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Indian surname

Yadav

Descendant of Yadu

Clan or community name

Traces descent from the legendary king Yadu; historically associated with pastoral and cattle-herding communities.

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What does the surname Yadav mean?

Descendant of Yadu. Traces descent from the legendary king Yadu; historically associated with pastoral and cattle-herding communities.

Is Yadav a common surname?

Yadav 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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