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

Borad, 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 Borad surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Borad in America

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

The Borad 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 Borad.

The history of the last name Borad

The surname BORAD has its origins in India, specifically in the western state of Gujarat. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Vrat," which means vow or pledge. The name is thought to have emerged around the 12th century during the medieval period in India.

In ancient times, the name BORAD was associated with individuals who belonged to the Brahmin caste and were known for their religious devotion and adherence to strict codes of conduct. The earliest records of the name can be found in various Hindu scriptures and historical texts from that era.

One of the earliest documented references to the name BORAD is in the Rajput clan records of the princely state of Saurashtra, which was located in the present-day Gujarat region. These records mention a prominent individual named Hari BORAD, who lived in the 14th century and served as a trusted advisor to the ruling Rajput dynasty.

In the 16th century, during the reign of the Mughal Empire in India, a scholar and poet named Kalidas BORAD gained recognition for his literary works, which included several Sanskrit texts on philosophy and religion.

Another notable figure from history bearing the surname BORAD was Govind BORAD, a 17th-century warrior and military commander who served under the Maratha Empire. He was renowned for his bravery and strategic skills in battles against the Mughal forces.

In the 19th century, a renowned educator and social reformer named Keshav BORAD played a significant role in promoting education and advocating for the rights of underprivileged communities in Gujarat.

The name BORAD has also been associated with certain place names in Gujarat, such as BORAD village and BORAD Taluka, which are believed to have been named after individuals or families bearing the surname.

Over the centuries, the spelling of the name has undergone slight variations, with some alternative spellings including BORAT, BORADA, and BORADE. However, the core meaning and origins of the name have remained largely unchanged.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Borad

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

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

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