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

Dhesi, 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 Dhesi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dhesi in America

Dhesi is the 56444th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dhesi surname appeared 362 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 Dhesi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dhesi 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 Dhesi

The surname DHESI has its origins in the Punjab region of South Asia, particularly in the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana. It is believed to have been derived from the Sanskrit word "desi," which translates to "local" or "indigenous." The name likely emerged as a designation for individuals who were native to a particular region or village.

During the medieval period, the DHESI surname was prominent among the Khatri community, a Hindu caste traditionally associated with occupations such as trading and moneylending. Historical records from the 16th and 17th centuries document individuals with the DHESI surname holding influential positions in various parts of the Mughal Empire.

One of the earliest notable figures with the DHESI surname was Rai Shankar Dhesi, a wealthy merchant and philanthropist who lived in the 17th century. He was known for his contributions towards the construction of several temples and educational institutions in the region.

In the 18th century, the DHESI surname gained further recognition with the rise of Lal Dhesi, a prominent military leader who played a crucial role in the formation of the Sikh Empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh. Lal Dhesi's valor and strategic prowess earned him the title of "Sardar," a term of respect and honor.

Another significant individual with the DHESI surname was Hari Singh Dhesi (1887-1971), a renowned scholar and linguist. He made significant contributions to the study of Punjabi language and literature, authoring several influential works that helped preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the region.

The DHESI surname has also been associated with various place names, particularly in the Indian states of Punjab and Haryana. For instance, the town of Dhesi Majra in Punjab is believed to have been named after a prominent family bearing the DHESI surname.

Throughout history, the DHESI surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including warriors, scholars, merchants, and leaders. Some other notable figures with this surname include Jagdev Singh Dhesi (1920-1998), a prominent politician and freedom fighter during the Indian independence movement, and Ranjit Singh Dhesi (born 1952), a former cricketer who represented India in international matches.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dhesi

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

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

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