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

Johari, 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 Johari surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Johari in America

Johari is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Johari surname appeared 111 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 Johari.

The history of the last name Johari

The surname Johari has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of India and Pakistan. It is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit word "jyoti," which means light or radiance. The name Johari is thought to have been derived from this word and was likely bestowed upon individuals who were associated with the concept of enlightenment or spiritual illumination.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Johari can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appeared in ancient Hindu scriptures and manuscripts. Particularly noteworthy is its mention in the Bhagavata Purana, a revered Hindu text that dates back to around the 9th or 10th century AD. In this text, the name Johari is associated with a sage or spiritual leader who is described as being a beacon of wisdom and knowledge.

The name Johari also has connections to certain place names in the region, particularly the town of Johari Bazaar in the state of Rajasthan, India. This town, which has existed since medieval times, was likely named after an individual or family bearing the Johari surname, indicating their presence and influence in the area.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the surname Johari. One such person was Khwaja Mir Dard Johari (1720-1785), a renowned Sufi poet and scholar from Delhi, India. His works, which explored themes of spirituality and mysticism, have left an indelible mark on the literary and philosophical traditions of the region.

Another prominent figure was Raja Jai Singh Johari (1688-1743), a Rajput ruler of the princely state of Jaipur in India. He was known for his patronage of the arts, as well as his contributions to the field of astronomy, having commissioned the construction of several observatories during his reign.

In the 19th century, Munshi Mohammad Mehdi Khan Johari (1820-1890) was a distinguished Persian scholar and writer from Delhi. He authored several works on Persian literature and grammar, and his contributions were instrumental in preserving and promoting the study of the Persian language in India.

The name Johari has also been carried by individuals in other parts of the world, such as the British scholar and linguist Adil Johari (1920-1997), who specialized in the study of Arabic and Islamic cultures.

Lastly, one cannot overlook the impact of Harish Chandra Johari (1932-2016), an Indian-American author and scholar who dedicated his life to the study and promotion of Hindu philosophy, spirituality, and traditional practices. His numerous books and teachings have been influential in spreading awareness about Hinduism and its rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Johari

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

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

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