DESAI

Desai

Desai is an administrative title and surname derived from the Sanskrit words deśa 'land' and svamin 'lord.' 'Desai' is a surname attributed to Hindus who were feudal lords and revenue collectors. People with the Desai surname are usually of the Anavil Brahmin or Vaishnav Vanik sub-caste. They could also belong to the Nagar Brahmin sub-caste; and some Patels and Reddys also have the surname 'Desai

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