2010
#153,769
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Bagha
A surname of Hindi origin, possibly relating to tigers or warriors.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 125 Americans carry the last name Bagha. That puts it at #150,205 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,742,035 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Bagha surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
For British records, Name Census UK has a British surname profile for Bagha with 1881 census detail, origin facts and modern UK distribution where available.
Bearers in the US
125
1 in 2,742,035
Census rank
#150,205
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
109
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 109 bearers of the surname Bagha in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 150205th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Bagha, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 70.6%. The next largest groups are White (22.9%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (2.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Bagha
The surname BAGHA has its origins in India, where it can be traced back to the 16th century. The name is derived from the Persian word "baghā," which means "tiger" or "panther," suggesting that the original bearers of this name may have been associated with bravery, strength, or a warrior-like spirit.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BAGHA is found in the historical chronicles of the Mughal Empire, where it is mentioned in connection with a prominent military commander who served under the rule of Emperor Akbar. This individual, known as Bagha Khan, played a significant role in the conquest of the Deccan region during the late 16th century.
The name BAGHA also appears in several ancient manuscripts and records from various parts of India, particularly in regions where Persian influence was strong, such as the northern states and the Deccan plateau. Some of these records date back to the 17th and 18th centuries and provide glimpses into the lives of individuals bearing this surname.
Among the notable figures with the surname BAGHA is Mirza Bagha (1615-1678), a renowned poet and scholar who lived during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. His poetic works, written in Persian, were widely acclaimed and have been preserved in various literary anthologies.
Another prominent individual with the BAGHA surname was Rao Bagha Singh (1725-1789), a powerful chieftain and ruler of the princely state of Baghat in the present-day Indian state of Rajasthan. His reign was marked by territorial expansion and the construction of several forts and palaces that still stand as architectural marvels.
In the realm of art and culture, the name BAGHA is associated with Bagha Jatin (1879-1949), a renowned Bengali revolutionary and artist who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. His paintings and artwork, often depicting scenes from the struggle for freedom, have become iconic representations of that era.
The surname BAGHA has also been linked to various place names and geographical locations across India, particularly in regions where Persian influence was prevalent. For instance, the town of Bagha in the state of Rajasthan is believed to have derived its name from the BAGHA surname, potentially indicating a historical connection between the place and individuals bearing this name.
Throughout history, the surname BAGHA has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, ranging from military commanders and rulers to poets, artists, and revolutionaries. While the origins of the name can be traced back to Persia, it has become deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of India, carrying with it a rich tapestry of stories and legacies that span centuries.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Bagha
Among Census respondents with the surname Bagha, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 70.6%. The next largest groups are White (22.9%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (2.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Bagha bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Bagha surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander70.6% · 77
- White22.9% · 25
- American Indian and Alaska Native2.8% · 3
- Two or more races2.8% · 3
- Black or African American0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Bagha
Bagha appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#150,205
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 109
+3 bearers (+2.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 3,564 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #153,769 | 106 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #150,205 | 109 | 0.04 | +3 bearers (+2.8%) | Up 3,564 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Bagha surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #153,769 | #150,205 | 2.3% |
| Count | 106 | 109 | 2.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -8.8% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Bagha bearers went from 106 to 109 (+2.8% change). The surname moved up 3,564 positions in the national ranking, going from #153,769 to #150,205.
FAQ
Bagha surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Bagha?
Name Census estimates that about 125 living Americans carry the surname Bagha. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,742,035 residents.
How common is Bagha?
Bagha ranks #150,205 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 109 people with the surname Bagha. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (125), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Bagha.
Has Bagha become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Bagha went from 106 recorded bearers to 109. That is an increase of 3 (+2.8%). In the national ranking it rose from #153,769 to #150,205.
What does the Census say about the background of Bagha?
Among Census respondents with the surname Bagha, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 70.6%. The next largest groups are White (22.9%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (2.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Asian/Pacific Islander is the largest self-reported group for the surname Bagha in the 2020 Census, accounting for 70.6% (77 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Bagha appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Asian/Pacific Islander (70.6%), White (22.9%), American Indian/Alaska Native (2.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Bagha (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Bagha mean?
A surname of Hindi origin, possibly relating to tigers or warriors. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Bagha (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Bagha?
See how common the surname Bagha is on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.