RabariHindu Unisex Hindu name meaning

The Rabaris are a pastoral community inhabiting the regions of Saurashtra and Kutch in Gujarat, India. Historically, they have been known as the 'cowherds of the desert'. They are believed to have originated from the Vaghelas, a Rajput dynasty, and are likely to have migrated from Rajasthan to Gujarat around the 11th century AD during the medieval period.

11th century AD

The Rabaris are mentioned in the works of the 16th century Gujarati poet, Mira Bai, who wrote devotional poems in the praise of Krishna. Mira Bai's writings depict Rabaris as devoted Krishna bhakts who lived in the desert regions of Kutch and Saurashtra.

16th century