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

Babaria, 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 Babaria surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Babaria in America

Babaria is the 121590th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Babaria surname appeared 142 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 Babaria.

The history of the last name Babaria

The surname Babaria has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region of Gujarat, located in western India. The name can be traced back to the 15th century, when it was commonly used by members of the Babi community, a Hindu trading caste that played a significant role in the economic life of the region.

One of the earliest known references to the name Babaria can be found in the Mughal-era records of the 16th century, where it appears in several land registry documents and tax records. This suggests that the Babaria family had established themselves as prominent landowners and merchants during this period.

The name Babaria is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Bavri," which refers to a type of stepwell or water reservoir commonly found in Gujarat. These stepwells were an integral part of the region's water management system and were often constructed by wealthy merchants and landowners as acts of philanthropy.

In the 17th century, the Babaria family gained further prominence when Shantidas Babaria (1597-1672), a wealthy trader and philanthropist, funded the construction of the Shantidas Stepwell, a magnificent stepwell located in the town of Sihor, Gujarat. This architectural marvel, with its intricate carvings and ornate designs, stands as a testament to the Babaria family's influence and wealth during that era.

Another notable figure from the Babaria family was Ranchhodji Babaria (1734-1812), a renowned scholar and author who wrote extensively on Hindu philosophy and religious texts. His works, including the "Ranchhod Rasamritalahari," are still studied and revered by scholars of Indian literature and philosophy.

In the 19th century, the Babaria family continued to play a significant role in the cultural and economic life of Gujarat. Hirachand Babaria (1823-1898), a prominent businessman and philanthropist, founded the Hirachand Babaria College in Surat, which became one of the leading educational institutions in the region.

The name Babaria has also been associated with various place names in Gujarat, such as Babaria Village, located in the Bhavnagar district, and Babaria Taluka, a sub-district in the Amreli district. These place names serve as a reminder of the family's historical presence and influence in the region.

In more recent times, the Babaria surname has spread beyond the borders of Gujarat and India, with individuals bearing this name residing in various parts of the world, including the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Babaria

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

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 Babaria 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.

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

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