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

Bachu, 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 Bachu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bachu in America

Bachu is the 81181st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bachu surname appeared 233 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 Bachu.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bachu 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 Bachu

The surname Bachu has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically the northern regions of present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan. It is believed to have emerged as a surname during the 15th or 16th century, when the practice of adopting hereditary surnames became more widespread in the region.

One of the earliest known references to the name Bachu can be found in the records of the Mughal Empire, which ruled over large parts of South and Central Asia during the 16th to 19th centuries. The name is thought to have been derived from the Persian word "bach," which means "child" or "son," suggesting that the surname may have initially been used to identify someone as the son or descendant of a particular individual.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Bachu Khan rose to prominence as a military leader and governor under the Durrani Empire, which ruled over parts of modern-day Afghanistan and Pakistan. His exploits and prowess in battle were chronicled in various historical accounts of the time, lending further recognition to the surname Bachu.

As the Bachu family lineage spread across the region, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged, such as Bachoo, Bachchu, and Bacchu. These variations were often influenced by local dialects and linguistic traditions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Bachu can be found in the Persian manuscript "Tarikh-i-Khan Jahan Lodi," which dates back to the 16th century. This manuscript mentions a nobleman named Bachu Khan, who held a prominent position in the court of the Lodi dynasty, which ruled over parts of northern India and Pakistan during that period.

Other notable individuals with the surname Bachu include:

1. Bachu Singh (1670-1748), a Rajput warrior and chieftain from the region of present-day Rajasthan, India, who played a significant role in defending his territory against Mughal forces.

2. Bachu Khan Saddozai (1725-1785), a military leader and governor of Kandahar under the Durrani Empire, known for his strategic abilities and leadership during numerous campaigns.

3. Bachu Rao Peshwa (1760-1820), a notable figure in the Maratha Empire of India, who served as the Peshwa (prime minister) and played a crucial role in the expansion and administration of the empire.

4. Bachu Khan Khakwani (1820-1890), a prominent tribal leader and landowner from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region of present-day Pakistan, renowned for his hospitality and influence among local communities.

5. Bachu Maharaj (1880-1960), a renowned spiritual leader and exponent of the Sant tradition in India, who gained a large following for his teachings on devotion and self-realization.

While the surname Bachu has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, over time it has spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, the historical and cultural significance of this surname remains deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of South and Central Asian history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bachu

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

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

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