Singhas

Singhas is a term used in English-language writing to refer to people or families bearing the surname Singha, Sinha, or Sinhā. All derive from the Sanskrit siṃha, meaning “lion.” The plural form Singhas may be used in discussing multiple individuals, families, or lineages with these surnames. Variants reflect regional languages and transliteration, with Sinha common in Bengal and Singha or Singha prevalent in other Indian and Nepali communities.

As a surname, Singha/Sinha is widespread across India and Nepal and often traces to historical warrior or royal lineages in different regions. The lion motif linked to the name carries cultural associations with strength, courage, and guardianship, and appears in Hindu and Buddhist art, temple iconography, and heraldic traditions. The name also appears in toponyms and inscriptions where the lion symbol is a recurring sign of authority or protection.

Geographic distribution and spelling vary by community and country. In Bengal, for example, Sinha is a common variant, while Singha is widely used elsewhere in India and in Nepal. The name has also spread globally through migration and diaspora communities, where bearers may participate in politics, academia, business, and culture.

Because Singha/Sinha/Sinhā is a long-standing and widely adopted surname, it appears across a diverse range of professions and regions, often without a single, uniform origin beyond its shared meaning of “lion.” See also: Sinha, Singh, Siṃha.