Talwar (surname)

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Talwar is an Indian surname originating in the Khatri and Sikh communities of Punjab. It is derived from the word "talvar" meaning sword. [1]

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References

  1. Hanks, Patrick (2003-05-08). Dictionary of American Family Names: 3-Volume Set. Oxford University Press, USA. p. 450. ISBN   978-0-19-508137-4.