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

Battan, 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 Battan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Battan in America

Battan is the 106096th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Battan surname appeared 168 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 Battan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Battan 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 Battan

The surname Battan is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the regions of Punjab and Sindh, which are now divided between modern-day Pakistan and India. The name's origins can be traced back to the 16th century or earlier, during the reign of the Mughal Empire in South Asia.

Battan is derived from the Sanskrit word "bhatta," which means a learned person, scholar, or Brahmin. It is thought to have been a title or honorific bestowed upon individuals who excelled in academic or religious pursuits. Over time, this title evolved into a surname, indicating the family's association with scholarly or priestly lineages.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Battan can be found in the "Ain-i-Akbari," a detailed administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. This document provides a comprehensive account of the social, economic, and cultural aspects of the Mughal Empire, including references to various caste groups and occupations.

In the 17th century, the Battan surname gained prominence in the region of Punjab, where several notable individuals bore this name. One such figure was Shah Battan, a revered Sufi saint who lived in the city of Multan during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. His shrine, known as the Battan Mausoleum, remains an important pilgrimage site for devotees.

Another notable bearer of the Battan surname was Khair-un-Nissa Battan, a celebrated female poet who lived in the 17th century. Her works, written in Persian and Punjabi languages, explored themes of love, spirituality, and societal issues of her time. Her literary contributions earned her recognition and admiration among scholars and literary circles.

In the 18th century, a prominent figure named Maulvi Battan Khan rose to prominence as a scholar and military leader in the region of Sindh. He played a crucial role in the resistance against the expansionist policies of the Afghan ruler, Ahmad Shah Durrani, and his efforts contributed to the preservation of local autonomy.

During the 19th century, the Battan surname continued to be associated with academic and religious pursuits. One notable individual from this period was Munshi Mohyal Din Battan, a respected scholar and writer who authored several works on Islamic jurisprudence and theology.

As the Battan surname spread across different regions of the Indian subcontinent, it also underwent variations in spelling and pronunciation. Some alternative spellings include Bhattan, Bhatten, and Buttun, reflecting the linguistic diversity of the region.

Today, individuals bearing the Battan surname can be found in various parts of South Asia, as well as among the diaspora communities across the globe. While the surname's association with scholarly and religious traditions persists, it has also diversified to encompass a wide range of professions and backgrounds.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Battan

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

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

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