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

Baruah, 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 Baruah surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Baruah in America

Baruah is the 119508th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Baruah surname appeared 145 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 Baruah.

The history of the last name Baruah

The surname Baruah originated in the Assam region of northeastern India, with its roots tracing back several centuries. The name is derived from the Assamese language, where "baru" translates to "big" or "elder," and "ah" is an honorific suffix denoting respect.

The Baruah family is believed to have descended from prominent lineages within the Ahom kingdom, which ruled over parts of Assam from the 13th to the 19th centuries. During this period, the Baruah name was closely associated with influential figures in the royal court and administrative ranks.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Baruah name can be found in the Buranjis, a collection of historical chronicles documenting the Ahom dynasty. These texts mention several notable individuals bearing the surname, such as Morangikhowa Baruah, a high-ranking official during the reign of Swargadeo Pratap Singh in the 17th century.

The Baruah surname has also been linked to several place names within the Assam region, including Baruahguri, Baruapara, and Baruahati. These localities may have been named after prominent Baruah families who resided or held influential positions there.

Throughout history, the Baruah name has been associated with various accomplished individuals. One such figure was Anandaram Baruah (1888-1939), a prominent Assamese writer, poet, and playwright who made significant contributions to the literary and cultural landscape of Assam.

Another noteworthy individual was Lakshmi Nath Baruah (1905-1983), a distinguished educator and social reformer who played a crucial role in establishing several educational institutions in Assam, including the renowned Cotton College.

Kanaklata Baruah (1924-1942) was a revered freedom fighter who sacrificed her life during the Quit India Movement against British colonial rule. Her bravery and dedication to the cause of Indian independence have earned her a place in the annals of the country's freedom struggle.

In the field of sports, Biren Baruah (1949-2019) was a renowned cricketer who represented Assam and East Zone in domestic tournaments. He was also a respected cricket administrator and served as the president of the Assam Cricket Association.

Lastly, Indira Goswami, born Indira Baruah (1942-2011), was a celebrated Assamese writer and scholar who received numerous accolades, including the Jnanpith Award, one of India's highest literary honors.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Baruah

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

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

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