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

Kasi, 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 Kasi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kasi in America

Kasi is the 91981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kasi surname appeared 200 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 Kasi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kasi 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 Kasi

The surname KASI originates from India, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word 'kasi,' which means 'brilliant' or 'shining.' The name was predominantly found in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the KASI surname can be found in the 'Ain-i-Akbari,' a comprehensive account of the Mughal administration compiled during the reign of Emperor Akbar (1556-1605). This historical document lists individuals bearing the KASI surname among the nobility and landowners of the time.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the KASI name gained prominence in the city of Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Banaras. This ancient city was a renowned center of learning, culture, and spirituality, and many scholars and intellectuals from the KASI family made significant contributions to various fields, including literature, philosophy, and the arts.

Notable individuals with the KASI surname include Pandit Kashinath Sharma (1817-1887), a renowned Sanskrit scholar and author of several works on Indian philosophy and religion. Another prominent figure was Lala Babu Ram Kasi (1856-1932), a wealthy philanthropist and businessman who played a crucial role in the development of modern-day Lucknow.

In the 19th century, the KASI surname appeared in historical records related to the Indian independence movement. Pandit Madan Mohan Kasi (1858-1936) was a prominent freedom fighter and social reformer who advocated for women's rights and the abolition of the caste system.

Other notable individuals with the KASI surname include Dr. Kashi Nath Basu (1906-1995), a renowned chemist and academic who made significant contributions to the field of chemical kinetics, and Kasi Viswanathan (1927-2018), a celebrated Indian classical musician and Carnatic vocalist.

While the KASI surname has its roots in India, over time, it has spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its rich history and cultural significance remain firmly tied to the Indian subcontinent and its diverse heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kasi

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

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

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