What does the Mishra surname mean?

The Mishra surname means "Mixed, honorable person". It is of Sanskrit origin and is predominantly found among Brahmin communities in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar.

What caste or community is the Mishra surname from?

The Mishra surname is traditionally associated with the Brahmin community. Common Brahmin surname in eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, often associated with scholarly traditions.

Mishra Surname

“Mixed, honorable person”

Also spelled: Misra, Mishrah

Brahmin surnamesSanskrit origin · Hindi

History & Significance

Common Brahmin surname in eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, often associated with scholarly traditions.

What is the Gotra for Mishra?

Mishra families belong to many Gotras: it is passed down the paternal line, not fixed by the surname. These 23 Gotras are the ones most often recorded among Mishra families:

Bharadwaj Gautam Vishwamitra Angiras Vatsa Shandilya Naidhruva Kutsa

+ 15 more Gotras

Shakti Katyayan Jambu Laugakshi Bhargava Maitreya Kratu Marichi Dhaumya Uddalaka Yajnavalkya Dirghatamas Ikshvaku Valakhilya Nimi

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Mixed, honorable person
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Category: Brahmin

Regional Distribution

The Mishra surname is predominantly found in:

Uttar Pradesh Bihar

Related Surnames

BajpaiDescendant of the Vajapeya Yajna performer AwasthiOne who performs the Avashthya ritual OjhaTeacher, one who performs rituals RathChariot

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Mishra Surname Gotra: Which Gotras Do Mishra Families Carry?

Mishra is a Brahmin surname found across North India, spanning many Gotras. Learn what Mishra means and how to find the Gotra your family actually belongs to.

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