Kachru Surname
“Colocasia / Taro plant”
Kashmiri Pandit surnamesKashmiri (kachur — colocasia plant) origin · Kashmiri
History & Significance
A Kashmiri Pandit surname named after the colocasia (taro) plant, reflecting the pastoral naming traditions of the Kashmir Valley. The Kachru family is a recognised KP clan. Notable bearers include Braj Bihari Kachru, the eminent linguist who developed the concentric circles model of English world usage.
What is the Gotra for Kachru?
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Find Kachru Gotra →Meaning & Origin
- Meaning
- Colocasia / Taro plant
- Origin
- Kashmiri (kachur — colocasia plant)
- Language
- Kashmiri
- Category
- Kashmiri Pandit
Regional Distribution
The Kachru surname is predominantly found in: