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

Bhayani, 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 Bhayani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bhayani in America

Bhayani is the 73911th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bhayani surname appeared 262 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 Bhayani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bhayani 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 Bhayani

The surname BHAYANI has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, tracing back to ancient times. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Bhayani," which means "the one who brings fear" or "the fearsome one." This name is believed to have been initially used as a title or epithet for warriors or rulers known for their bravery and might on the battlefield.

The earliest recorded instances of the name BHAYANI can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and historical texts, such as the Puranas and the epics like the Mahabharata and Ramayana. These texts often mention individuals with this name, who were renowned for their valor and military prowess.

In the medieval period, the BHAYANI surname gained prominence among the Rajput clans of northern India, particularly in the regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat. These warrior clans were known for their martial traditions, and the name BHAYANI was associated with their bravery and fearlessness in combat.

One notable figure bearing the BHAYANI surname was Maharana Pratap Singh Bhayani, a legendary Rajput ruler who lived in the 16th century (1540-1597). He is celebrated for his resistance against the Mughal Empire and his leadership in the Battle of Haldighati in 1576.

Another prominent individual with the BHAYANI surname was Maharaja Raj Singh Bhayani, who ruled the princely state of Bikaner in the 18th century (1700-1743). He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to modernize and strengthen his kingdom.

The name BHAYANI also finds mention in various historical records and inscriptions, such as the Prabandha literature of medieval India, which documented the lives and achievements of notable individuals from various communities and regions.

During the British colonial period in India, the BHAYANI surname was widely adopted by individuals from various backgrounds, including those from the warrior clans as well as other communities, indicating the widespread recognition and respect associated with this name.

Notable individuals with the BHAYANI surname in more recent history include Ambubhai K. Bhayani, an Indian politician and lawyer who served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India (1892-1975), and Vishwanath Bhayani, an acclaimed Indian playwright and author (1910-1987).

Overall, the surname BHAYANI has a rich historical legacy, deeply rooted in the warrior traditions of ancient and medieval India, and has been associated with bravery, military prowess, and leadership across various regions and communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bhayani

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

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

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Bhayani, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!