Raghav (surname)

Details
Vansh Suryavansh
States with most population: Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Harayana
Branches: Jayas Rajput, Sikarwar
Ruled in Macheri, Rajorgarh, bundelkhand, Alwar
Kuldevi Durga, Aswari Mata
Kuldev Rama

Jayas rajput, and sikarwar rajput clans claim descent from Suryavanshi king Raghu, his grandson Lord Rama, and Rama's son Lava. These clans use Raghav as their surname (or last name). Raghavs are suryavanshi rajputs.[1] They ruled several kingdoms and princely states in premodern India.[2][3]

Etymology

The word Raghav is mentioned in several ancient Hindu texts, including the Vedas, the Ramayana, and the Mahabharata. The word Raghav was used for the Lord Rama.

References

  1. ↑ Institute of Social Studies|publisher=A.N.S. Institute of Social Studies|year=1973|page=44
  2. ↑ History of Badgujars
  3. ↑ Jayas,

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