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

Ajmera, 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 Ajmera surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ajmera in America

Ajmera is the 79598th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ajmera surname appeared 239 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Ajmera.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ajmera 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 Ajmera

The surname Ajmera originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northwestern region of India. Its roots can be traced back to the ancient Sanskrit language, where the name was derived from the words "Ajmer" and "Ajmeru," which were used to refer to the historic city of Ajmer in the present-day Indian state of Rajasthan.

The earliest known references to the name Ajmera can be found in medieval Indian texts and records, particularly those dating back to the 12th and 13th centuries. During this period, the city of Ajmer was an important center of trade, culture, and learning, attracting scholars, merchants, and travelers from across the region.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Ajmera surname is found in the "Prithviraj Raso," an epic poem written in the 12th century that chronicles the life of the legendary Rajput ruler Prithviraj Chauhan. The poem includes references to individuals bearing the Ajmera name, suggesting that the surname was already in use during that time.

Throughout the centuries, the Ajmera name has been associated with various notable figures from the Indian subcontinent. One such individual was Ajmera Devi, a influential queen who ruled over the kingdom of Marwar (now part of Rajasthan) in the 16th century. Her reign was marked by significant cultural and architectural achievements, including the construction of several temples and forts.

Another prominent figure with the Ajmera surname was Bhanudatta Ajmera, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 17th century. He authored several works on Sanskrit literature, philosophy, and religion, and his writings contributed significantly to the preservation and dissemination of traditional Indian knowledge.

In the 19th century, Lakshmi Narayan Ajmera was a prominent businessman and philanthropist from the city of Ajmer. He established several educational institutions and charitable organizations, leaving a lasting impact on the local community.

The Ajmera name has also been carried by notable individuals in more recent times. Rajendra Ajmera, born in 1932, was a renowned Indian architect and urban planner who played a significant role in shaping the modern cityscapes of several major Indian cities, including Mumbai and New Delhi.

Lastly, Kiran Ajmera, born in 1976, is a contemporary Indian-American businesswoman and entrepreneur. She co-founded the successful technology company Ajmera Infotech and has been recognized for her contributions to the field of information technology and entrepreneurship.

While the Ajmera surname has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have migrated or settled in other regions. However, the name's origins remain firmly rooted in the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the region of Rajasthan.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ajmera

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

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 Ajmera 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 Ajmera 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 Ajmera was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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