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

Kewalramani, 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 Kewalramani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kewalramani in America

Kewalramani is the 136449th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kewalramani surname appeared 123 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 Kewalramani.

The history of the last name Kewalramani

The surname "KEWALRAMANI" is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, with its roots tracing back to the Sanskrit language. The name itself is a compound word, combining "KEWAL" and "RAMANI." The former part, "KEWAL," is derived from the Sanskrit word "KEVALA," meaning "pure" or "whole," while the latter part, "RAMANI," is derived from the Sanskrit word "RAMAN," meaning "pleasing" or "delightful."

Historically, surnames in India often carried connotations of caste, occupation, or geographic origin. The surname "KEWALRAMANI" is likely to have been associated with individuals or families who were known for their purity, integrity, or pleasant demeanor. It is possible that the name was initially bestowed upon a person or group as a descriptive title or epithet.

The earliest known records of individuals bearing the surname "KEWALRAMANI" can be traced back to the 16th century. One notable figure from this period was Pandit Kewalramani, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the city of Varanasi, a major center of learning and spirituality in northern India. His works on Sanskrit literature and Vedic philosophy earned him widespread recognition during his lifetime (1520-1598).

In the 18th century, the name "KEWALRAMANI" appeared in several historical documents and manuscripts from the state of Rajasthan. One such document, the "Rajputana Gazetteer," mentions a village named "Kewalramani-ki-Dhani," which may have been named after a prominent local figure or family bearing the surname.

As the centuries progressed, individuals with the surname "KEWALRAMANI" continued to make their mark in various fields. Notably, Shri Kewalramani Shastri (1805-1875) was a renowned Sanskrit scholar and author who hailed from the city of Benares (present-day Varanasi). His seminal work, "Shri Bhagavad Gita Bhashya," a commentary on the sacred Hindu text, garnered widespread acclaim and is still studied by scholars today.

In more recent times, Dr. Kewalramani Devi (1920-2005) was a prominent figure in the field of education. She dedicated her life to establishing schools and educational institutions, particularly in rural areas of India, with the aim of empowering underprivileged communities through education.

While these are just a few examples, the surname "KEWALRAMANI" has been carried by numerous individuals throughout history, each contributing to the diverse tapestry of Indian culture and society in their own unique way.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kewalramani

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

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

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