 | It has been suggested that Chaudhri, Chaudhri (surname), Chaudhari (surname) and Chaudhary be merged into this article. (Discuss) Proposed since April 2024. |
| Pronunciation | chow-dhuree chaw-dree chow-dree |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Meaning | Holder of four; four-way duties; four responsibilities |
| Region of origin | Indian subcontinent |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Chaudhary, Chaudri, Choudhary, Chaudhry, Chowdary, Chowdhry, Chowdhary, Chaudry, Choudary, Choudhry, Chaudhuri, Chaudhari, Chudhry, Choudhari, Choudhury, Chowdhuri, Chowduri, Chaudhurani, Choudhurani, Chowdhurani, Chowdhrani, Choudhrani, Chaudhrani. |
Chowdhury is a title of honour, usually hereditary, originating from the Indian subcontinent.[1] It is an adaption from Sanskrit. During the Mughal rule, it was a title awarded to eminent people, while during British rule, the term was associated with zamindars and social leaders. The common female equivalent was Chowdhurani.[2]
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