Chokshi

Chokshi is a surname of Indian origin, most commonly found among Gujarati-speaking communities and Parsis. The spelling Choksi is a common variant. The name is now carried by members of the Indian diaspora around the world, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Singapore, and the Gulf states.

Origins and meaning: The precise etymology of Chokshi is not definitively documented. In some contexts, it has been associated with occupational terms related to commerce or trade in the Gujarati and Parsi communities, though such links are not universally established. The variation in spelling, including Chokshi and Choksi, reflects regional transliteration.

Distribution: Within India, the surname is most strongly associated with Gujarat, but families bearing the name have settled in major urban centers and abroad, contributing to the Gujarati and Parsi diasporas.

Notable people: Roshani Chokshi (born 1991) is an American author known for young adult fantasy, including The Star-Touched Queen (2016) and subsequent novels. Her work has brought attention to the surname in contemporary popular literature.