What is the origin of 'Machchhar' surname?

Amid global praise for Indian captain Smit Machchhar, several users wondered what his surname means and what its origin is. This surname is found among Gujarat's Nagar Brahmin and Lohana communities, The Print reported. The Lohana Machchhars are native to Kutch and are known as a business community. Meanwhile, the Nagar community dominated teaching and literature.