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

Gehani, 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 Gehani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gehani in America

Gehani is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gehani surname appeared 112 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 Gehani.

The history of the last name Gehani

The surname GEHANI traces its origins to India, where it has been present for several centuries. The name is believed to have originated in the northern regions of the country, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.

One theory suggests that GEHANI is derived from the Sanskrit word "gehani," which means "homestead" or "dwelling place." This may indicate that the name was initially associated with a particular village or settlement where the ancestors of the GEHANI family resided.

Another possibility is that GEHANI is a variation of the word "gehani," which refers to a type of tree found in the Indian subcontinent. It is not uncommon for surnames in India to be derived from the names of trees, plants, or other natural elements.

Historical records indicate that the GEHANI surname can be traced back to the 16th century. One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The document mentions a landowner named Jai Singh GEHANI, who held significant property in the region of Agra.

In the 18th century, an influential figure named Ram Lal GEHANI rose to prominence as a scholar and poet in the court of the Maratha ruler Shivaji. His writings, which include several volumes of poetry and philosophical works, are considered important contributions to the literary heritage of that era.

Another notable GEHANI was Shyam Lal GEHANI, a prominent businessman and philanthropist who lived in the late 19th century. He established several educational institutions and charitable organizations in the city of Lucknow, leaving a lasting impact on the local community.

In the 20th century, Govind Lal GEHANI (1892-1978) made significant contributions to the field of education. He served as the Vice-Chancellor of Banaras Hindu University and was instrumental in establishing several colleges and universities across northern India.

More recently, Rajesh GEHANI (born 1960) gained recognition as an accomplished writer and literary critic. His works, which explore themes of identity, culture, and social issues, have been widely acclaimed and have earned him numerous awards and accolades.

While the GEHANI surname can be found in various parts of India, it is particularly prevalent in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh. The name has also spread to other regions through migration and settlement patterns over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gehani

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

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

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