Singh

Singh is derived from the Sanskrit word Siṃha meaning "lion".[1] It is a common title, middle name, or surname in Northern India originally used by th

Singh is derived from the Sanskrit word Siṃha meaning "lion".[1] It is a common title, middle name, or surname in Northern India originally used by the Kshatriya (Rajput) warriors and kings.[2][3] Singh was first used as a surname by Hindu kings.[4][5][6]

As per the instructions of Guru Gobind Singh, the use of Singh as a middle or a last name is mandatory for all baptized male Sikhs since 1699, regardless of their geographical or cultural binding. The surname has also been widely adopted by many other groups of India later. Some Bhumihars and Maithil Brahmins also use this name. "Singh" has gradually emerged as a hereditary title to be used as a middle name, highlighting connections to a warrior status or occupation. However, this is not an exclusive usage, and many Hindu groups including Scheduled Castes and Vaishya have adopted this title without any significant warrior status or ties.

Singh is widely used by Sikhs, and Kshatriya community (Rajputs) as either a middle name or a surname.

References

  1. ↑ Feuerstein, Georg (2013-10-15). The Yoga Tradition: Its History, Literature, Philosophy, and Practice. Hohm Press. ISBN 978-1-935387-58-9.
  2. ↑ Smith, Raymond Thomas (1996). The Matrifocal Family: Power, Pluralism, and Politics. Routledge. ISBN 978-0-415-91215-0.
  3. ↑ Dogra, Ramesh Chander; Dogra, Urmila (2002). Thought Provoking Sikh Names: With Meanings and Explanation in English (Names in Roman and Gurmukhi Script). Star Publications. ISBN 978-81-7650-051-7.
  4. ↑ Enthoven, Reginald Edward (1990). The Tribes and Castes of Bombay. Asian Educational Services. ISBN 978-81-206-0630-2.
  5. ↑ Hassan, Syed Siraj ul (1989). The Castes and Tribes of H.E.H. the Nizam's Dominions. Asian Educational Services. ISBN 978-81-206-0488-9.
  6. ↑ Shrestha, Nagendra Prasad (2007). The Road to Democracy and Kingdom of God. Shrijana Shrestha. ISBN 978-99946-2-462-1.

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