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

Moghe, 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 Moghe surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Moghe in America

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

The Moghe 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 Moghe.

The history of the last name Moghe

The surname MOGHE has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, emerging during the medieval period around the 12th century CE. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "mog," which translates to "joy" or "delight," suggesting a possible connection to an ancestor's joyful disposition or a place of happiness.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the MOGHE surname can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century Persian manuscript detailing the administration of the Mughal Empire under Akbar the Great. This document mentions a village named "Moghpur" in the northern region of present-day India, which may have served as a potential origin for the surname.

In the 14th century, a notable figure bearing the MOGHE surname was Rana Moghraj, a valiant warrior and chieftain from the Rajput clan. His exploits were chronicled in the Rajput annals, highlighting his bravery and leadership in battles against invading forces.

During the Maratha Empire's rise in the 17th and 18th centuries, the MOGHE name gained prominence with Malhar Rao Moghe, a skilled military commander who served under the legendary Peshwa Baji Rao I. His contributions to the empire's expansion and defense were widely celebrated.

Another significant figure was Gopal Hari Moghe, a renowned scholar and poet from the 19th century. Born in 1825 in Maharashtra, his literary works, including his acclaimed poetry collection "Geet Govind," have left a lasting impact on the region's cultural heritage.

In the 20th century, Dr. Shrikant Moghe, a pioneering scientist and researcher, made significant contributions to the field of materials science. His groundbreaking work on polymers and advanced materials earned him international recognition and numerous accolades.

The MOGHE surname has also been associated with various place names throughout India, such as Moghavadi, Moghpur, and Mogheran, reflecting the diverse geographic spread of this lineage across different regions and states.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Moghe

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

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

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