Find out how popular the last name Ahuja is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Ahuja.

Ahuja, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Ahuja surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ahuja in America

Ahuja is the 14651st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ahuja surname appeared 2,031 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Ahuja.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ahuja to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ahuja

The surname Ahuja is of Indian origin, originating from the northern regions of the country, particularly the states of Punjab and Haryana. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Ahuj," which means "brave" or "valiant." It is likely that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals renowned for their courage and valor.

Historically, the Ahuja surname can be traced back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Mughal Empire in India. Records from this era indicate the presence of individuals bearing this name, although their specific roles and contributions remain largely undocumented.

One of the earliest known references to the Ahuja surname can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This document contains a comprehensive record of the empire's administrative divisions, revenue systems, and census data, potentially shedding light on the geographic distribution of the Ahuja family during that time.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, several notable individuals with the Ahuja surname emerged. One such figure was Rai Bahadur Gulab Rai Ahuja (1857-1921), a renowned philanthropist and social reformer from Punjab. He played a pivotal role in establishing educational institutions and advocating for the upliftment of underprivileged communities.

Another prominent Ahuja was Pandit Gobind Ram Ahuja (1868-1942), a distinguished scholar and author who made significant contributions to the field of Ayurvedic medicine. His scholarly works, such as the "Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia," have served as valuable resources for generations of practitioners and researchers.

In the 20th century, the Ahuja surname gained further recognition with individuals like Avinash Chander Ahuja (1897-1976), a pioneering Indian industrialist and entrepreneur. He founded the Ahuja Group, a diversified business conglomerate that played a crucial role in the industrialization of post-independence India.

Satish Ahuja (1928-2012), an eminent Indian architect, left an indelible mark on the urban landscape of Delhi and other major cities with his innovative and contemporary designs. His architectural works, including the iconic Akshardham Temple in Delhi, have become landmarks in their own right.

It is noteworthy that variations in the spelling of the Ahuja surname may have occurred over time, particularly in different regions or contexts. Some alternative spellings include Ahujja, Ahuza, and Ahuza, reflecting the diverse linguistic and cultural influences on the name's evolution.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ahuja

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Ahuja.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Ahuja was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ahuja has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Ahuja was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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