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

Chhor, 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 Chhor surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chhor in America

Chhor is the 59324th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chhor surname appeared 341 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 Chhor.

We can also compare 2010 data for Chhor 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 Chhor

The surname CHHOR originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the state of Punjab, during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Punjabi word 'chhor,' which means 'to leave' or 'to abandon.' This surname likely emerged as a descriptive name for individuals who had left their ancestral homes or villages.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the CHHOR surname can be found in the Mughal Empire's administrative records from the 16th century. These records document individuals with the CHHOR surname serving as soldiers, farmers, and traders in various parts of Punjab. The surname also appears in several historical manuscripts and local chronicles from the region, attesting to its long-standing presence.

In the 17th century, the CHHOR surname gained prominence with the rise of the Sikh Empire under the leadership of Guru Gobind Singh. Several notable figures with the CHHOR surname played significant roles in the Sikh resistance against the Mughal Empire and the subsequent establishment of the Sikh kingdom. One such individual was Bhai Kanhaiya CHHOR (1648-1718), a renowned Sikh warrior and preacher who fought alongside Guru Gobind Singh.

Another notable CHHOR from this period was Bhai Mani Singh CHHOR (1644-1734), a revered Sikh scholar and martyr. He is remembered for his contribution to the compilation of the Sikh scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib, and his eventual execution by the Mughal authorities for refusing to convert to Islam.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, the CHHOR surname continued to be prevalent in the Punjab region, with several individuals bearing this name holding positions of authority and influence. One such figure was Sardar Hari Singh CHHOR (1760-1828), a prominent military leader and chieftain who played a crucial role in the expansion of the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

In the 20th century, the CHHOR surname gained recognition beyond the Punjab region, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions in various fields. One notable example is Gurbax Singh CHHOR (1935-2007), a celebrated Punjabi writer and poet who received numerous literary awards for his works.

Throughout its history, the CHHOR surname has been associated with places and regions within Punjab, such as the village of Chhor Sidhwan, the town of Chhor Gali, and the Chhor Ghar Fort, reflecting the deep-rooted connection between this surname and the geography of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chhor

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

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

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