Origin and History of ALARAKHA

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The origin of the surname Sarakha is believed to be of Indian origin. It is derived from the Sanskrit term ‘saras’ meaning ‘lake’ or ‘pond’. It is a very common surname among the Hindu and Muslim communities in India. The history of the Sarakha surname is largely unknown, however, it is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent. The earliest record of the surname is found in the early 18th century, when a man by the name of Sarakha Ram was recorded in the Indian census of 1790. The culture and customs associated with the Sarakha surname are largely unknown. However, it is believed that people with this surname were generally of the Brahmin caste in India. Variations of the Sarakha surname include Sarakh, Sarakhan, Sarakhani, and Sarakhwala.