Kaimal

Kaimal is an aristocratic title that was historically given to various chiefs from the Nair caste during the feudal period of what is now the Indian state of Kerala. It was the title awarded to notable and distinguished Samanthan Nair families. It was one of the highest Hindu caste in Kerala during those period. Various families have used the title, including the Kaimals of Koratti, Angi and Koddachery.

Kaimals identify themselves as a Nair Sub-caste. There are many references recorded in various historical documents. They are noted as Emirate Kings/Nadivazis(നാടുവാഴി)/ Princes.

Many Kaimal families are also part of Kshatriya Kshema Sabha along with NSS.