Submitted Surname Revision History

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8/30/2016, 1:00 PM erb816
1/17/2013, 2:59 PM Mike C
3/6/2012, 6:16 PM SeaHorse15
3/6/2012, 6:15 PM SeaHorse15
1/8/2008, 6:04 PM erb816

Name Madiga
Type Surname (from occupation)
Usage Indian, Telugu
Edit Status Statusnot set

Meaning & History

Telugu occupational name for a leather worker, a job historically considered polluting and impure in India, where the surname belongs to Dalit, or "Untouchables" - members of the lowest caste.
Added 1/8/2008 by erb816