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

Deonarain, 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 Deonarain surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Deonarain in America

Deonarain is the 63524th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Deonarain surname appeared 314 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 Deonarain.

We can also compare 2010 data for Deonarain 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 Deonarain

The surname DEONARAIN originated in India, specifically among the Hindu community of the northern states. The name dates back several centuries and is believed to have derived from a combination of Sanskrit words, with "Deo" meaning "God" and "Narain" being a reference to the Hindu deity Lord Vishnu.

DEONARAIN is closely associated with the Brahmin caste, traditionally known for their scholarly and priestly roles in Hindu society. The earliest known records of this surname can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and genealogical records kept by Brahmin families.

During the medieval period, the DEONARAIN surname gained prominence among Hindu scholars and religious leaders. One notable figure was Swami Deonarain Saraswati, a revered Sanskrit scholar and spiritual teacher who lived in the 16th century. His teachings and writings significantly influenced the philosophical and religious discourse of his time.

As the British Empire expanded its influence in India, many DEONARAIN families migrated to other regions, including the Caribbean and parts of Africa. This diaspora contributed to the dispersal of the surname across various parts of the world.

In the 18th century, Rajah Deonarain Singh, a prominent ruler of the princely state of Banaras (now Varanasi), played a significant role in the region's political and cultural affairs. His patronage of the arts and education left a lasting impact on the city's cultural heritage.

Another notable figure bearing the DEONARAIN surname was Pandit Shri Deonarain Tewari, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and author who lived in the 19th century. His works on Hindu philosophy and literature are still widely studied and referenced today.

Throughout history, the DEONARAIN surname has been associated with a strong intellectual and spiritual tradition. While the name's origins can be traced back to ancient India, its legacy has transcended geographical boundaries, reflecting the diverse and rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Deonarain

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

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

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