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

Kashi, 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 Kashi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kashi in America

Kashi is the 62903rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kashi surname appeared 318 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 Kashi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kashi 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 Kashi

The surname KASHI is believed to have originated in India, with its roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "kashi," which means "shining" or "brilliant." This name was often associated with the city of Varanasi, also known as Kashi, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a revered Hindu pilgrimage site.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname KASHI can be traced to various Hindu scriptures and religious texts, such as the Puranas and the Vedas, where it was used to refer to individuals hailing from the region of Varanasi or associated with the city's spiritual and intellectual legacy.

One of the earliest known individuals bearing the surname KASHI was Adi Shankara, a renowned Hindu philosopher and theologian who lived in the 8th century CE. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the revival and propagation of Advaita Vedanta, a school of Hindu philosophy that emphasizes non-dualism.

Another notable figure with the surname KASHI was Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, a prominent Indian educationist, and freedom fighter who lived from 1861 to 1946. He founded the Banaras Hindu University, one of the most prestigious educational institutions in India, and was a key figure in the Indian independence movement.

In the realm of literature, the name KASHI is associated with the famous Hindi poet and writer, Suryakant Tripathi 'Nirala,' who lived from 1896 to 1961. His works, such as the poetry collection "Parimal," are considered literary masterpieces and have significantly influenced modern Hindi literature.

The surname KASHI can also be found in historical records and manuscripts related to the city of Varanasi, such as ancient land deeds, tax records, and inscriptions on temples and monuments. Some of these documents date back to the medieval period, providing valuable insights into the cultural and social fabric of the region.

Another prominent individual bearing the surname KASHI was Shyama Charan Kashi, a 19th-century Bengali writer, and social reformer who actively advocated for the abolition of the practice of Sati (widow-burning) and the promotion of education for women in India.

While the surname KASHI has its roots in India, particularly in the region of Varanasi, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its historical and cultural significance remains firmly rooted in its association with the ancient city of Kashi and its rich heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kashi

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

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

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