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

Bhim, 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 Bhim surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bhim in America

Bhim is the 146201st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bhim surname appeared 113 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 Bhim.

The history of the last name Bhim

The surname BHIM originates from India, with roots dating back several centuries. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word 'bhima', meaning 'terrible' or 'fearsome'. This name was often given to individuals who displayed qualities of strength and valor.

In ancient Hindu texts and epics, such as the Mahabharata, the character Bhima is depicted as a powerful warrior and one of the central figures. This association with a heroic figure may have contributed to the adoption of the name BHIM as a surname.

Some of the earliest recorded instances of the surname BHIM can be found in historical records and inscriptions from various regions of India, particularly in the northern and western parts of the subcontinent. The name was prevalent among certain communities and castes, especially those with a martial or warrior tradition.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname BHIM was Bhim Singh Rana, a 16th-century ruler of the Rana dynasty in Mewar, Rajasthan. He is renowned for his bravery and resistance against the Mughal Empire during the reign of Akbar.

Another prominent individual with the surname BHIM was Bhim Bhoi, a 16th-century folk poet and social reformer from Odisha. His literary works, written in the Odia language, addressed social issues and advocated for the rights of the underprivileged.

In the 19th century, Bhim Rao Ambedkar, a prominent social reformer and scholar, played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement and the drafting of the Indian Constitution. He fought tirelessly for the rights of the oppressed and marginalized communities in India.

The surname BHIM has also been associated with various place names and regions throughout India. For instance, Bhimtal, a town in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, is believed to have been named after the mythological figure Bhima, who is said to have visited the area during his exile.

While the surname BHIM has its roots in ancient India, it has spread across various regions and communities, reflecting the rich cultural diversity and historical significance of the name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bhim

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

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

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