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

Daharsh, 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 Daharsh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Daharsh in America

Daharsh is the 80926th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Daharsh surname appeared 234 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 Daharsh.

We can also compare 2010 data for Daharsh 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 Daharsh

The surname "DAHARSH" is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of present-day India and Pakistan. The name is thought to have roots in the Sanskrit language, which was widely spoken in ancient times across the Indian subcontinent.

One possible derivation of the name "DAHARSH" is from the Sanskrit word "dhara," which means "to hold" or "to bear." This suggests that the name may have initially been given to individuals who were known for their physical strength or their ability to carry heavy loads. Another theory posits that the name is derived from the Sanskrit word "dharshan," which translates to "vision" or "sight," potentially referring to individuals with exceptional eyesight or foresight.

While the exact origins of the name are shrouded in the mists of time, some historical records mention individuals bearing the surname "DAHARSH." One such reference can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, which serves as a detailed account of the administration and social life during his reign. This document mentions a person named Daharsh Khan, who was a prominent military commander in Akbar's army.

Another notable figure bearing the surname "DAHARSH" was Rani Daharsh Kaur, a 17th-century warrior queen who ruled over the princely state of Bilaspur in present-day Himachal Pradesh, India. She was renowned for her bravery and leadership in defending her kingdom against invaders.

In the 18th century, a merchant named Daharsh Singh is recorded as having established a thriving trade network between the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East, facilitating the exchange of goods and cultural influences between these regions.

Moving into the 19th century, a scholar named Daharsh Chandra was celebrated for his contributions to the field of Sanskrit literature and his translations of ancient Hindu texts into various regional languages, making these works accessible to a wider audience.

In more recent times, a prominent figure with the surname "DAHARSH" was Daharsh Kapoor, a renowned Indian classical dancer who popularized the Kathak dance form and was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, in recognition of his artistic achievements.

While the surname "DAHARSH" may not be as widely known or as prevalent as some other surnames, it holds a rich tapestry of history and cultural significance, reflecting the diversity and depth of the Indian subcontinent's linguistic and cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Daharsh

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

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

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