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Mishra

Mishra (name) means an Indian surname of Sanskrit origin. Example: “Mishra is a common surname among Brahmin families in northern India.”

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An Indian surname of Sanskrit origin.
"Mishra is a common surname among Brahmin families in northern India."

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Mishras plural

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Etymology

From Sanskrit miśra.

Origin: Sanskrit

Frequently asked questions

What does “Mishra” mean?

The word “Mishra” means an Indian surname of Sanskrit origin.

How do you use “Mishra” in a sentence?

Here is “Mishra” used in a sentence: “Mishra is a common surname among Brahmin families in northern India.”

What part of speech is “Mishra”?

“Mishra” is a name.

Where does the word “Mishra” come from?

The word “Mishra” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit miśra.

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