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

Bhowmick, 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 Bhowmick surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bhowmick in America

Bhowmick is the 93513th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bhowmick surname appeared 196 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 Bhowmick.

The history of the last name Bhowmick

The surname "BHOWMICK" originated in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the region of Bengal, which is now divided between the nation of Bangladesh and the Indian state of West Bengal. The name dates back to the medieval period, potentially as early as the 11th or 12th century.

The name "BHOWMICK" is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Bhaumika," which translates to "landowner" or "farmer." It was likely a title or occupational name given to individuals who owned or worked on agricultural lands in the region. Variations in spelling, such as "BHOWMIK" or "BHOUMICK," are also found in historical records.

One of the earliest known references to the name "BHOWMICK" can be found in land grant records and revenue documents from the Pala Empire, which ruled over parts of Bengal and Bihar between the 8th and 12th centuries. These documents often listed landowners and farmers by their surnames, including variations of "BHOWMICK."

In the 16th century, during the reign of the Mughal Empire, the name "BHOWMICK" appeared in various administrative records and tax registers, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Bangladesh. This suggests that individuals with this surname held notable positions or owned significant landholdings during that era.

Historically, the name "BHOWMICK" has been associated with several notable figures, including:

1. Jogesh Chandra Bhowmick (1868-1935), a renowned Bengali writer and educationist who played a significant role in the Bengali literary renaissance.

2. Birendranath Bhowmick (1842-1914), a prominent Indian lawyer and one of the founding members of the Indian National Congress.

3. Satish Chandra Bhowmick (1912-1992), a celebrated Indian artist and sculptor known for his intricate terracotta works.

4. Shyama Prasad Bhowmick (1899-1976), a distinguished Bengali poet and literary critic who contributed significantly to the development of modern Bengali literature.

5. Debendra Chandra Bhowmick (1870-1949), a revered educator and social reformer who advocated for women's education and the abolition of the caste system.

Additionally, the name "BHOWMICK" has been associated with various place names and localities in Bangladesh and West Bengal, often reflecting the historical presence of families with this surname in those regions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bhowmick

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

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

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