Gounder
Gounder is the surname used by Kongu community originating in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu.[1] It refers to Kongu Vellalar Gounders.
Etymology
There are number of derivations for the title. One theory derives the name Gounder from Tamil word Kaamindan, meaning noble protector of the country. It was later modified as Kavundan or Gounder.[2]
References
- ^ "Gounder consolidation could pose headache to major parties". The Times Of India.
- ^ Madhvan, Karthik (2 August 2008). "Steeped in history". Frontline. Chennai, India: The Hindu Group. Retrieved 22 January 2011.