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

Kuar, 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 Kuar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kuar in America

Kuar is the 100302nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kuar surname appeared 180 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 Kuar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kuar 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 Kuar

The surname KUAR originated in the Indian subcontinent, with its roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Kuar," which translates to "prince" or "son of a king." This name was initially associated with the noble and ruling classes of the region.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the surname KUAR can be found in the historical chronicles of the Mughal Empire. During the reign of Akbar the Great, a prominent figure named Kunwar Kuar served as a high-ranking military commander and adviser to the emperor. His contributions and valor in various battles were well-documented in the imperial records of that era.

In the 17th century, the surname KUAR gained prominence in the state of Rajasthan, particularly among the Rajput clans. The Rajput rulers and warriors often carried the title "Kunwar" or "Kuar," signifying their royal lineage and martial prowess. One notable example is Maharaja Kunwar Pratap Singh I, who ruled the princely state of Jaipur from 1778 to 1803.

The KUAR surname also has strong ties to the Sikh community, particularly in the state of Punjab. During the 18th century, several Sikh warriors and leaders bore this surname, playing pivotal roles in the resistance against the Mughal Empire and the establishment of the Sikh Empire. One such figure was Kunwar Sham Singh, a renowned military commander who fought alongside Maharaja Ranjit Singh in numerous battles.

In the 19th century, the KUAR surname gained recognition beyond the subcontinent. One prominent figure was Sir Kunwar Maharaj Singh, a British Indian Army officer who served during the First World War and received the prestigious Victoria Cross for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

Another notable individual with the KUAR surname was Kunwar Narain Singh, a renowned Indian writer and poet from the state of Uttar Pradesh. Born in 1899, his literary works, particularly his poetry, helped revive and promote the Braj Bhasha language and culture.

As the surname KUAR has a long and illustrious history associated with royalty, nobility, and military valor, it continues to be a source of pride and distinction for those who carry it. While its origins can be traced back to the Indian subcontinent, the name has transcended geographical boundaries and become a part of the global tapestry of surnames.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kuar

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

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

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