Jugeli

Jugeli is a Georgian surname. It is believed to originate from the region of Samegrelo in western Georgia. Surnames in Georgia often end with suffixes indicating regional origin or nobility, and "li" is a common suffix found in Svaneti and Megrelia. The name might be associated with a specific location, occupation, or a personal characteristic of an ancestor. Due to limited historical records, the exact meaning or origin of the root "Jug-" is uncertain. Like many Georgian surnames, it is patrilineal, meaning it is passed down from father to son. Families with the surname Jugeli can be found both within Georgia and in the diaspora. Genealogical research into specific Jugeli family lines is often necessary to determine their individual histories and possible connections to specific regions or social classes within Georgia.