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

Jobanputra, 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 Jobanputra surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jobanputra in America

Jobanputra is the 123064th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jobanputra surname appeared 140 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 Jobanputra.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jobanputra 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 Jobanputra

The surname Jobanputra originates from the Indian subcontinent, specifically from the region of Gujarat. It is believed to have emerged during the 16th or 17th century. The name is derived from the Sanskrit words "jiban" meaning "life" and "putra" meaning "son," suggesting that it may have been a title or honorific bestowed upon individuals who were considered life-givers or protectors of life.

Jobanputra is a relatively uncommon surname, and there are few historical references to it in ancient texts or manuscripts. However, some records suggest that the name was present in certain parts of Gujarat and neighboring regions during the Mughal era, which spanned from the 16th to the 19th century.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Jobanputra was Rambhai Jobanputra, a merchant and trader who lived in the city of Surat, Gujarat, in the late 17th century. He is known for his involvement in the flourishing trade between India and Europe during that period.

Another notable figure was Keshavlal Jobanputra, a prominent social reformer and educationist who lived in the 19th century. He played a significant role in advocating for the education of women and establishing several schools in Gujarat.

In the early 20th century, Manilal Jobanputra made a name for himself as a successful entrepreneur and industrialist. He founded the Manilal Jobanputra Group, which became a prominent business conglomerate in Gujarat, dealing with various industries including textiles, chemicals, and real estate.

Jayantilal Jobanputra, born in 1905, was a renowned lawyer and legal scholar. He authored several books on Indian legal systems and contributed significantly to the development of jurisprudence in the country.

Another noteworthy figure is Kalpana Jobanputra, a contemporary Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She has received numerous awards and recognition for her contributions to the preservation and promotion of traditional Indian dance forms.

While the surname Jobanputra is not as widespread as some other Indian surnames, it has a rich history and has been carried by individuals who have made significant contributions in various fields throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jobanputra

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

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

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