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

Khut, 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 Khut surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khut in America

Khut is the 117480th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Khut surname appeared 148 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 Khut.

We can also compare 2010 data for Khut 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 Khut

The surname KHUT is believed to have originated in the region of Gujarat, India during the medieval period around the 12th century. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Khuta', which means 'distinguished' or 'eminent'. This suggests that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals of high social standing or noble lineage.

One of the earliest known references to the name KHUT can be found in the Rajput chronicles of Mewar, which document the exploits of various Rajput clans and their rulers. These chronicles mention a prominent warrior named Khut Singh, who fought valiantly in several battles against invading Mughal forces in the 16th century.

Another notable figure bearing the surname KHUT was Khut Rao, a influential Maratha chieftain who lived in the 17th century. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Maratha Empire under the leadership of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Khut Rao's descendants continued to hold important positions in the Maratha administration for several generations.

In the 18th century, a renowned scholar and poet named Khut Vishwanath gained recognition for his literary works, which included translations of ancient Sanskrit texts into various regional languages. His contributions helped preserve and disseminate the rich cultural heritage of India.

During the British colonial era, the KHUT surname was associated with several prominent figures in the Indian independence movement. One such individual was Khut Narayan Singh, a freedom fighter who actively participated in the non-violent resistance against British rule in the early 20th century.

Another noteworthy figure was Khut Govind Rao, a renowned philanthropist and social reformer who dedicated his life to improving the education and welfare of underprivileged communities in the late 19th century. His efforts led to the establishment of several educational institutions and charitable organizations.

While the KHUT surname has its roots in India, it has also been adopted by individuals from other regions due to migration and cultural exchange. However, the historical records and anecdotal evidence suggest that the name has a rich legacy rooted in the traditions and heritage of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khut

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

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

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