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

Aswani, 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 Aswani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aswani in America

Aswani is the 107134th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aswani surname appeared 166 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 Aswani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aswani 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 Aswani

The surname Aswani is believed to have originated in India, with its roots traceable back to the ancient Sanskrit language. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Asvin," which means "horse-rider" or "horse-breeder." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname were likely associated with equestrian pursuits or lived in regions known for their horse-breeding traditions.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Aswani can be found in historical texts and manuscripts dating back to the 12th century AD. One notable mention is found in the Rajatarangini, a chronicle of the kings of Kashmir written by the celebrated poet Kalhana. In this work, Kalhana refers to an individual named Aswani who was a skilled horseman and served as a cavalry commander in the court of King Jayasimha (1128-1149 AD).

During the medieval period, the name Aswani was particularly prevalent in the northwestern regions of the Indian subcontinent, such as present-day Punjab, Rajasthan, and parts of Uttar Pradesh. This is likely due to the region's rich equestrian heritage and the importance of horses in warfare and transportation during that era.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the surname Aswani was Amir Aswani, a famous poet and scholar who lived in the 13th century AD. His literary works, primarily composed in Persian, were highly acclaimed and celebrated during his lifetime. Another notable figure was Rani Aswani Devi, a 16th-century Rajput queen known for her bravery and leadership skills. She played a significant role in defending her kingdom against invading forces.

In the 18th century, Maharaja Aswani Singh was a prominent ruler of the Jaipur region in Rajasthan. He was renowned for his patronage of the arts and architecture, commissioning the construction of several magnificent palaces and fortifications during his reign.

The Aswani surname has also been associated with various place names throughout history. For instance, the village of Aswani in Punjab, India, is believed to have derived its name from the Aswani community that resided there. Similarly, the town of Aswanipuram in Rajasthan is thought to have been named after a notable Aswani chieftain or ruler who once governed the area.

While the surname Aswani has its roots firmly planted in the Indian subcontinent, over the centuries, it has spread to other parts of the world through migration and diasporic communities. Today, individuals bearing the Aswani surname can be found in various countries, each with their own unique stories and connections to this ancient lineage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aswani

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

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

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