Patel
/puhtehl/ Western Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Patel is a Western name meaning "Patel is a surname commonly found among the Gujarati community of India, indicating a village headman or leader.". The name is derived from the Gujarati word "Patlikh," which refers to a village headman or landowner responsible for collecting revenue.
Quick Facts
Language Western
Gender Unisex
Phonetic puhtehl
IPA pətɛl
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as puhtehl. Keep the original Western phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Patel
- · Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel - Indian Independence Activist
- · Dev Patel - Actor
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