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Shukla

Shukla (name) means an Indian surname of Sanskrit origin, meaning "white" or "pure," traditionally associated with Brahmin priests. Example: “Shukla is a common Brahmin surname in northern India.”

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An Indian surname of Sanskrit origin, meaning "white" or "pure," traditionally associated with Brahmin priests.
"Shukla is a common Brahmin surname in northern India."

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Shuklas plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Sanskrit शुक्ल (śukla).

Origin: Sanskrit

Frequently asked questions

What does “Shukla” mean?

The word “Shukla” means an Indian surname of Sanskrit origin, meaning "white" or "pure," traditionally associated with Brahmin priests.

How do you use “Shukla” in a sentence?

Here is “Shukla” used in a sentence: “Shukla is a common Brahmin surname in northern India.”

What part of speech is “Shukla”?

“Shukla” is a name.

What is the meaning of Shukla?

"Shukla" (name) means an Indian surname of Sanskrit origin, meaning "white" or "pure," traditionally associated with Brahmin priests.

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