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

Dabhi, 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 Dabhi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dabhi in America

Dabhi is the 129825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dabhi surname appeared 131 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 Dabhi.

The history of the last name Dabhi

The surname DABHI is of Indian origin, with its roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated in the state of Gujarat, particularly in the regions around the cities of Bhavnagar and Amreli. The name is derived from the Gujarati word "dabhi," which refers to a small agricultural settlement or hamlet.

Historical records suggest that the DABHI surname first appeared in the 13th century, during the reign of the Vaghela dynasty in Gujarat. One of the earliest known references is found in a land grant document from the year 1275, which mentions a village called "Dabhipura" (literally meaning "the hamlet of the Dabhis").

In the 16th century, the DABHI surname gained prominence when a local chieftain named Ramsang DABHI played a significant role in the resistance against the Mughal invasion of Gujarat. His exploits were documented in several contemporary chronicles, including the "Mirat-i-Ahmadi" written by Ali Muhammad Khan.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the DABHI surname was Viramdev DABHI, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the 15th century. His literary works, primarily composed in the Gujarati language, have been preserved and studied by scholars over the centuries.

Another notable figure was Ambalal DABHI (1853-1923), a prominent social reformer and educationist from Bhavnagar. He founded several educational institutions and played a crucial role in promoting education among the underprivileged communities of Gujarat.

Kantilal DABHI (1872-1945) was a respected lawyer and judge who served as the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court from 1934 to 1937. His legal acumen and commitment to justice were widely recognized during his lifetime.

In the field of literature, Govardhanram DABHI (1889-1964) was a celebrated Gujarati writer and poet. His works, which explored themes of social justice and human values, earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Ranjitram Suvarna Chandrak award.

Lastly, Karsandas DABHI (1911-1989) was a renowned archaeologist and historian who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Indian civilizations. His research on the Indus Valley Civilization and his excavations at various sites in Gujarat and Rajasthan brought him international recognition.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dabhi

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

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

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