Description:
BACHCHANAVAR is a Tamil surname that originates from the town of Bachchanavar in the Thanjavur district of Tamil Nadu, India. The name is derived from the Tamil word bachchan, meaning 'big' or 'large', and avar, meaning 'son of'. The surname is also sometimes spelled Bachchanar or Bachchanarai. The Bachchanavars are a Brahmin caste and are one of the most prominent Tamil Brahmin families. The Bachchanavars are also known for their traditional embroidery and weaving skills.
