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

Chowhan, 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 Chowhan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chowhan in America

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

The Chowhan 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 Chowhan.

The history of the last name Chowhan

The surname CHOWHAN is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, with roots tracing back to the region of Rajasthan. It is thought to derive from the Sanskrit word "Chauhan," which refers to a clan or community historically associated with the Rajput warrior class.

In ancient times, the Chauhan (or Chowhan) clan played a prominent role in the history of Rajasthan and neighboring areas. They were renowned for their martial prowess and valor, and several historical figures from this community left an indelible mark on the region's chronicles.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CHOWHAN name can be found in the annals of the Chauhan dynasty, which ruled over parts of present-day Rajasthan and Gujarat from the 6th to the 12th centuries. Notable rulers from this dynasty include Vigraharaja IV (reigned c. 690-722 CE), who successfully defended his kingdom against Arab invaders, and Prithviraj III (1166-1192 CE), whose exploits were immortalized in the epic poem "Prithviraj Raso."

The CHOWHAN surname gained further prominence during the medieval period, when members of this community played influential roles in various princely states. For instance, Rawal Samar Singh Chowhan (1574-1619 CE) was a distinguished military leader and statesman who served as the Prime Minister of the Marwar Kingdom (present-day Jodhpur).

In more recent history, the CHOWHAN name has been associated with several prominent figures across various fields. One such individual was Vijaya Singh Chowhan (1854-1938), a celebrated poet and writer from Rajasthan who made significant contributions to the revival of the Rajasthani language and literature.

Another notable bearer of the CHOWHAN surname was Maharaja Pratap Singh Chowhan (1897-1966), the last ruling Maharaja of the princely state of Idar. He was widely respected for his progressive policies and efforts towards the welfare of his subjects.

Beyond the Indian subcontinent, the CHOWHAN name has also found mention in various historical records and texts. For example, in the 16th century, a Mughal courtier named Mir Sher Ali Khan Chowhan played a significant role in the administration of the Mughal Empire under the reign of Emperor Akbar.

While the CHOWHAN surname has ancient roots and a rich historical legacy, it continues to be carried forward by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, contributing to the tapestry of human diversity and cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chowhan

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

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

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