Ancient history

What is the Histery of surname desai?

The Desai surname is derived from the Sanskrit word "desha," which means "country" or "region." It is believed that the Desai surname originated in India, where it was used as a title for people who were responsible for administering a region or district. Over time, the Desai surname became a hereditary title, and it is now found among people of various backgrounds and ethnicities in India and other parts of the world.

There are several notable people with the Desai surname, including:

* Morarji Desai: Former Prime Minister of India

* Anita Desai: Indian novelist

* Kiran Desai: Indian-American novelist

* Russi Mody: Indian businessman

* Ashwin Desai: South African journalist and activist