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

Jit, 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 Jit surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jit in America

Jit is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jit surname appeared 170 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 Jit.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jit 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 Jit

The surname JIT is believed to have originated in India, specifically in the Punjab region, during the medieval period. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "jyot," which means "light" or "radiance." The name may have been given to individuals who were associated with light, either metaphorically or in a spiritual sense.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname JIT can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The manuscript mentions a person named Jit Singh, who was a prominent figure in the imperial court.

In the 17th century, the JIT surname gained prominence among the Sikh community in Punjab. Several historical records from this period mention individuals with the surname JIT serving as warriors and leaders in various battles and conflicts.

One notable figure from this era was Bhai Mani Singh JIT (1644-1737), a renowned Sikh scholar and warrior who played a crucial role in preserving and promoting the Sikh scriptures. He is revered for his contributions to the Sikh faith and for his unwavering courage in the face of persecution.

Another influential person with the surname JIT was Sardar Jassa Singh JIT (1718-1783), a prominent leader of the Sikh Confederacy and the founder of the Ramgarhia Misl, a powerful military force in 18th-century Punjab.

In the 19th century, the JIT surname was associated with several freedom fighters who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. One such individual was Sardar Kartar Singh JIT (1859-1913), a prominent revolutionary and a key figure in the Ghadar Party, which advocated for India's independence from British rule.

During the 20th century, the JIT surname continued to be prominent in various fields, including politics, literature, and sports. One noteworthy individual was Khushwant Singh JIT (1915-2014), a renowned Indian writer, journalist, and satirist who was best known for his novel "Train to Pakistan" and his forthright writings on Indian society and culture.

Overall, the surname JIT has a rich history that spans several centuries and is deeply rooted in the cultural and religious traditions of India, particularly in the Punjab region. Its association with individuals who have made significant contributions to various aspects of society has added to the name's significance and legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jit

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

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

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