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

Minocha, 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 Minocha surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Minocha in America

Minocha is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Minocha surname appeared 135 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 Minocha.

The history of the last name Minocha

The surname Minocha has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, specifically originating from the northern regions of India and Pakistan. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Minoch," which means "humble" or "modest." The name gained prominence during the medieval period, particularly among the Khatri community, which was known for its mercantile activities.

The earliest recorded instances of the Minocha surname can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in various historical records and manuscripts. In the Mughal era, several Minocha families were involved in trade and commerce, establishing themselves as influential merchants and entrepreneurs. One notable individual from this period was Rai Minocha, a wealthy trader who lived in the city of Lahore during the reign of Akbar the Great (1556-1605).

As the Minocha family expanded, they migrated to different parts of the subcontinent, leading to variations in the spelling of the surname. In some regions, it was written as "Minochha" or "Minoccha," reflecting the local dialects and linguistic influences. The name also acquired associations with certain place names, such as the village of Minochan in the present-day state of Punjab, India.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, several Minocha individuals made significant contributions in various fields. Pandit Jagannath Minocha (1740-1812) was a renowned scholar and poet who authored several works in Sanskrit and Hindi. Another notable figure was Rani Minocha (1825-1892), a prominent social reformer and advocate for women's education in the region of Punjab.

In the 20th century, the Minocha surname gained further recognition with individuals excelling in diverse domains. Dr. Khushal Singh Minocha (1901-1988) was a pioneering educationist and the founder of one of the oldest educational institutions in India, the Modern School in New Delhi. Satya Narain Minocha (1920-2002) was a distinguished diplomat who served as the Indian Ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the Soviet Union.

Another prominent figure bearing the Minocha surname was Dr. Vinod Kumar Minocha (1938-2012), a renowned scientist and researcher in the field of biotechnology. His contributions to the development of genetically engineered vaccines and biopharmaceuticals earned him numerous accolades and awards.

While the Minocha surname has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, it has now spread across the globe, with individuals bearing this name making significant contributions in various spheres of life, perpetuating the legacy of their ancestors.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Minocha

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

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

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