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

Jasti, 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 Jasti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jasti in America

Jasti is the 59901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jasti surname appeared 337 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 Jasti.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jasti 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 Jasti

The surname JASTI is believed to have originated in India, specifically in the southern states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is a relatively rare surname, predominantly found among the Brahmin community.

The name JASTI is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "jasti," which means "superior" or "excellent." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to individuals who were highly regarded or held esteemed positions within their community.

One of the earliest known references to the JASTI surname can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it is mentioned as a prominent family name among scholars and religious leaders. However, the exact time period of its origin remains uncertain.

In the 16th century, records show that a JASTI family held significant influence and land holdings in the Guntur district of Andhra Pradesh. This family played a crucial role in the local administration and contributed to the region's cultural and educational development.

During the 18th century, a renowned scholar and philosopher named Jasti Rama Sastri (1683-1758) gained widespread recognition for his contributions to Hindu philosophy and literature. His works, such as "Sāra-Sangraha," have been widely studied and revered within the Brahmin community.

Another notable figure with the JASTI surname was Jasti Ramalinga Sastri (1842-1903), a prominent lawyer and social reformer who advocated for women's education and fought against social injustices. He played a pivotal role in establishing the Andhra National College in Machilipatnam, which aimed to provide quality education to the underprivileged.

In the 20th century, Jasti Venkata Ramanayya (1899-1975) was a distinguished writer and poet who made significant contributions to Telugu literature. His works, such as "Nāgalōkam" and "Sītā-Rāmāyaṇam," earned him widespread acclaim and several prestigious awards.

Jasti Chelameswar (born 1953) is a former judge of the Supreme Court of India, known for his bold and independent stance on various legal issues. He played a crucial role in upholding judicial independence and transparency during his tenure.

While the JASTI surname has its roots in southern India, individuals bearing this name can now be found across various parts of the country and even in the Indian diaspora worldwide. However, it remains a relatively uncommon surname, closely tied to its historical and cultural origins in the Brahmin community of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jasti

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

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

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