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

Budhwani, 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 Budhwani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Budhwani in America

Budhwani is the 71042nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Budhwani surname appeared 275 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 Budhwani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Budhwani 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 Budhwani

The surname Budhwani originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically from the northwestern region of present-day Rajasthan and Gujarat. It is believed to have derived from the ancient Sanskrit word "Budhavani," which means "enlightened speech" or "wise words." This name was likely adopted by members of the Brahmin caste, who were known for their knowledge and wisdom.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Budhwani can be traced back to the 12th century, during the reign of the Chauhan dynasty in Rajasthan. Some historical records mention a scholar and advisor named Budhwani Pandit, who served in the court of King Prithviraj Chauhan (1166-1192 CE). It is possible that this learned individual was among the first to bear the surname.

In the 14th century, a Jain monk named Budhwani Bhatt composed several religious texts and commentaries, which are still studied by scholars today. His contributions to Jain literature and philosophy are widely recognized, and he is considered one of the most prominent figures with this surname in ancient times.

During the Mughal era, which spanned from the 16th to the 19th century, the Budhwani family held significant positions in the imperial courts. One notable figure was Budhwani Khan, a military commander who served under Emperor Akbar (1556-1605 CE) and played a crucial role in the conquest of Gujarat.

In the 18th century, a Marathi poet and scholar named Budhwani Rao gained fame for his literary works, which explored themes of spirituality and social reform. His poetry is still celebrated in Maharashtra and Gujarat, and he is remembered as a influential figure in the region's cultural renaissance.

Another notable individual with the surname Budhwani was Budhwani Devi, a prominent educator and social activist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She established several schools for girls in Rajasthan and worked tirelessly to promote women's education and empowerment.

While the Budhwani surname originated in northwestern India, over the centuries, members of this family have migrated to various parts of the country and even abroad. Today, the name can be found across different regions, reflecting the rich history and diversity of this ancient lineage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Budhwani

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

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

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