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

Gujral, 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 Gujral surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gujral in America

Gujral is the 65782nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gujral surname appeared 301 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 Gujral.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gujral 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 Gujral

The surname Gujral originates from the Indian subcontinent, specifically the state of Punjab in modern-day India and Pakistan. It is believed to have its roots in the Punjabi language and is thought to be derived from the word "gujar," which refers to a nomadic pastoral community or tribe.

The Gujjars are an ethnic group that has historically played a significant role in the region's history, with their presence dating back to the 6th century AD. They were known for their expertise in agriculture, animal husbandry, and trade, and their migratory lifestyle allowed them to spread across various parts of northern India and Pakistan.

The earliest recorded instances of the Gujral surname can be traced back to medieval manuscripts and historical documents from the region. One notable mention is found in the "Ain-i-Akbari," a 16th-century Persian manuscript commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, which contains references to the Gujjars and their settlements.

In terms of historical figures bearing the Gujral surname, one prominent individual was Hari Singh Gujral (1903-1998), an Indian freedom fighter and politician from Punjab. He actively participated in the Indian independence movement and later served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India, playing a role in shaping the country's constitution.

Another notable figure was Inder Kumar Gujral (1919-2012), an Indian diplomat and politician who served as the 12th Prime Minister of India from 1997 to 1998. He is best known for his contributions to India's foreign policy, including the Gujral Doctrine, which emphasized non-reciprocal cooperation with neighboring countries.

Kapil Gujral (born 1950) is a renowned Indian fashion designer and entrepreneur who has made significant contributions to the Indian fashion industry. He is the founder of the popular clothing brand "Gujral Sons" and has dressed several Bollywood celebrities and prominent figures.

In the field of literature, Gurdial Singh Gujral (1924-2016) was a celebrated Punjabi writer and recipient of the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award for his novel "Anhe Ghore Da Daan" (That Night's Favor) in 1975. His works explored the complexities of rural life and the human condition.

Satish Gujral (born 1925) is a renowned Indian artist and sculptor who has received numerous accolades, including the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honor. His iconic sculptures and murals can be found in various public spaces across India and abroad.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gujral

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

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

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