# Singh

/ˈsɪŋ/ (US)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/singh
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Senses

### 1. surname or title

noun · CEFR A1

a common surname or title in India, especially used by men in the Sikh religion.

For teachers: A surname or title common in India, particularly among the Sikh community where it is a mandatory religious name for males, and among various Hindu groups in northern India.

- The famous cricketer Yuvraj Singh played a great match today.
- The research paper was co-authored by Dr. Singh, a leading expert in renewable energy systems at the university.

Teaching tip: In the Sikh tradition, 'Singh' (meaning lion) is used as a surname or middle name for all men to promote equality.

## Examples

- My friend's last name is Singh.
- The local community center invited Mr. Singh to speak about the history of the neighborhood.
- While historically associated with the warrior caste in northern India, the name Singh was adopted by Guru Gobind Singh to replace traditional surnames that indicated a person's social status or caste.

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