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

Jayswal, 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 Jayswal surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jayswal in America

Jayswal is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jayswal surname appeared 136 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 Jayswal.

The history of the last name Jayswal

The surname JAYSWAL originates from the Indian subcontinent, likely having its roots in the northern regions of the country. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Jaya," which means victory or triumph, and the suffix "swal," which denotes a person's occupation or lineage. The name may have been given to individuals who achieved great victories or were associated with successful endeavors.

The earliest recorded instances of the JAYSWAL surname can be traced back to ancient Hindu texts and manuscripts, where it was often used to denote warriors, kings, or notable figures who had achieved remarkable feats. Some historical references suggest that the name was particularly prevalent in the regions of present-day Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, where it may have originated.

One of the earliest known individuals with the JAYSWAL surname was Rajendra Jayswal, a renowned scholar and poet who lived during the 12th century in the court of the Gahadavala dynasty. His literary works, which include several poems and treatises on philosophy and religion, are celebrated for their depth and eloquence.

In the 16th century, Govind Jayswal was a prominent military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. His bravery and strategic brilliance on the battlefield earned him great respect and recognition, and he is often mentioned in historical accounts of the Mughal Empire's military campaigns.

During the late 18th century, Ganga Ram Jayswal was a revered spiritual leader and social reformer who worked tirelessly to promote education and uplift the underprivileged communities in the region of Awadh (present-day Uttar Pradesh). His teachings and efforts towards social justice had a lasting impact on the region.

In the 19th century, Shyam Sundar Jayswal was a renowned artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his intricate and lifelike carvings in stone and wood. His works adorned many temples and palaces across northern India, and he is considered a master of the traditional Indian sculptural arts.

More recently, Vijay Jayswal was a prominent Indian politician and social activist who served as a member of the Lok Sabha (the lower house of the Indian Parliament) from 1967 to 1977. He was a vocal advocate for the rights of marginalized communities and played a significant role in shaping policies related to social welfare and rural development.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jayswal

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

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

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