Surname · Indian origin
Rao
Meaning
The surname Rao means King, prince.
Origin
Indian
Type
other
The origin of the surname Rao
Rao is a title derived from raja, “king.”
What kind of surname is Rao?
Rao is a other surname. It belongs to the Indian naming tradition — you can read how Indian surnames were formed on our Indian last names page.
Other Indian surnames
Other other surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Rao mean?
The surname Rao means King, prince. Rao is a title derived from raja, “king.”
Where does the surname Rao come from?
Rao is a surname of Indian origin.
What kind of surname is Rao?
Rao is a other surname.
What are other Indian surnames?
Other Indian surnames include Banerjee, Das, Gupta, Joshi, Khan, Kumar.