Description:
The Chaurasi surname is derived from the Sanskrit word 'chaurasi,' meaning 'gold.' The Chaurasi surname may have originated in the Indian subcontinent, and may have been brought to England by the British Raj (1858-1947) during the late 19th century. The Chaurasi surname may be associated with the Hindu religion, and may be associated with the gold trade. The Chaurasi surname may also be associated with the Indian caste system. The Chaurasi surname may be pronounced 'shou-wah-rahs.'
