What does the Kachru surname mean?

The Kachru surname means "Colocasia / Taro plant". It is of Kashmiri (kachur — colocasia plant) origin and is predominantly found among Kashmiri Pandit communities in Kashmir, Delhi, Punjab, Jammu.

Kachru Surname

“Colocasia / Taro plant”

Kashmiri PanditKashmiri (kachur — colocasia plant) OriginKashmiri

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.

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:

KashmirDelhiPunjabJammu

Related Surnames

Kaul— Of the lotus family / of noble birth Raina— Queen / Night Mattoo— Wise / Respected elder Handoo— Big / Great

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