शर्मा
Sharma
30,000,000
Population
#3
Country Rank
2.14%
of Population
Indian Names
Culture
Origin & History
Sharma is derived from the Sanskrit 'śarman', meaning 'comfort', 'joy', or 'protection'. It is the quintessential surname of the Brahmin community throughout North, Central, and Northwest India, particularly in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. The name appears in ancient Hindu texts and was historically borne by priests, scholars, and teachers.