Baksi is a surname found primarily in India. It is a variant spelling of Bakshi.
The surname is often associated with individuals of Kashmiri Pandit origin, as well as other communities across India.
The name "Bakshi" itself is a title historically associated with administrative or military roles. It often denoted a paymaster, treasurer, or officer in charge of soldiers. The surname likely originated from individuals who held such positions in the past, with their descendants adopting it as a hereditary surname.
The surname's distribution and frequency vary geographically within India. Further research is needed to pinpoint specific regional concentrations and historical lineages associated with the Baksi spelling.