Pillai is an honorary title traditionally used by property owners in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Earlier this title was used by Hindu caste, but now Christians also use this as surname. Wedding ceremonies among the Pillai surname users varies in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. The Tamil Nadu Pillai Grooms belongs to Vellalar caste and Elur Chetty community. Another Pillai user is the Saiva Pillai from the state of Tamil Nadu, settled in Tiruchirapalli, Tanjore, Salem and Kanyakumari regions