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Katiyar is an Indian surname of Brij origin, primarily used by the people of the Kurmi caste in North India. It is derived from the word "Katar", meaning sword. [1] Notable people with the surname include:

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References

  1. "The Kurmis: a political history". Indian express. Retrieved 8 May 2023.