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Reddy

Village chief/lord

Clan or community name

A Telugu title historically held by leaders of agrarian communities, later adopted as a surname.

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What does the surname Reddy mean?

Village chief/lord. A Telugu title historically held by leaders of agrarian communities, later adopted as a surname.

Is Reddy a common surname?

Reddy is a Indian-origin surname. Popularity varies widely by country and region, and the same surname can be common in one place and rare in another.

Can two families with the same surname be unrelated?

Yes. Surnames, especially occupational and descriptive ones like this, were often adopted independently by many unrelated families who happened to share a trade, appearance, or location.

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