What does the Shukla surname mean?

The Shukla surname means "Bright, white". It is of Sanskrit origin and is predominantly found among Brahmin communities in North India.

What caste or community is the Shukla surname from?

The Shukla surname is traditionally associated with the Brahmin community. Brahmin surname meaning bright or pure, common in North India.

Shukla Surname

“Bright, white”

Also spelled: Sukla

Brahmin surnamesSanskrit origin · Hindi

History & Significance

Brahmin surname meaning bright or pure, common in North India.

What is the Gotra for Shukla?

Shukla families belong to many Gotras: it is passed down the paternal line, not fixed by the surname. These 10 Gotras are the ones most often recorded among Shukla families:

Harit Bhrigu Kanva Shakti Katyayan Bhaland Saunak Bhargava

+ 2 more Gotras

Yajnavalkya Raivata

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Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Bright, white
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Category: Brahmin

Regional Distribution

The Shukla surname is predominantly found in:

North India

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Shukla Surname: Which Gotras Do Shukla Families Carry?

Explore the origins of the Shukla surname, the communities that bear it, and the Gotras traditionally associated with Shukla families across India.

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