Anavala surname is an Indian last name. Anavala surname also indicates the caste of person. Anavala surname definition is A subdivision of Gujarati or Khedawal Brahmans. They derive their name from the village Anaval in Baroda. They are otherwise known as Bhatela Desai or Mastan.. People with Anavala surname can also be found in other south asian countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal and Sri Lanka. Anavala surname definition is from a survey conducted during British rule in India. Many surnames in India indicate the type of work done by the person or by someone in family from whom the family inherited the surname. Surnames help spread casteism in India. One of the intellectuals suggested to drop surnames in India so that people can overcome caste differences easily.
