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

Bhati, 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 Bhati surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bhati in America

Bhati is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bhati surname appeared 135 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 Bhati.

The history of the last name Bhati

The surname Bhati originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the western state of Rajasthan. It can be traced back to the 6th century CE, when the Bhati Rajputs, a clan of the Rajput warrior caste, established their dominance in the Jaisalmer region of Rajasthan.

The name Bhati is believed to be derived from the ancient Sanskrit word "Bhatta," which means "wrestler" or "warrior." This connection to the Rajput warrior tradition is evident in the history of the Bhati clan, as they were known for their valor and military prowess.

One of the earliest recorded references to the Bhati surname can be found in the chronicles of the Bhati Rajput rulers of Jaisalmer, dating back to the 9th century CE. These chronicles detail the exploits of various Bhati rulers and their conquests in the region.

The Bhati clan played a significant role in the history of Rajasthan, and their influence extended beyond the Jaisalmer region. Some notable Bhati rulers and historical figures include:

1. Raja Jaisal (1156-1170 CE), the founder of the city of Jaisalmer and the Bhati Rajput dynasty.
2. Raja Rawal Mulraj I (1212-1237 CE), a powerful Bhati ruler who expanded the Jaisalmer kingdom.
3. Raja Rawal Mulraj II (1474-1499 CE), a renowned warrior and patron of arts and architecture.
4. Maharawal Beri Sal (1540-1562 CE), a skilled military strategist who defended Jaisalmer against Mughal invasions.
5. Maharawal Amar Singh (1661-1708 CE), a brave Bhati ruler who fought against the Mughals and Marathas.

The Bhati surname has also been associated with various place names in Rajasthan, such as Bhatiyana, Bhatinda, and Bhatner, reflecting the historical presence and influence of the Bhati clan in these regions.

Throughout its long history, the Bhati surname has maintained its association with the Rajput warrior tradition and the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan. It continues to be a prominent surname in the region and holds significance in the collective memory of the Bhati Rajput community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bhati

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

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

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