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

Nar, 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 Nar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nar in America

Nar is the 96368th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nar surname appeared 189 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 Nar.

The history of the last name Nar

The surname "NAR" is believed to have originated in India, specifically in the northern region of the country. The earliest recorded instances of this surname date back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Nara," which means "man" or "people."

One of the earliest known references to the surname "NAR" can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century Persian document that served as a detailed administrative record of the Mughal Empire. This document mentions several individuals with the surname "NAR" who held important positions within the empire's administrative structure.

The surname "NAR" is also linked to various place names in northern India, such as Narnaul, a city located in the state of Haryana. It is believed that individuals hailing from this region may have adopted the surname "NAR" as a way to identify their place of origin.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname "NAR" was Rai Dulah Nar (c. 1540-1610), a prominent military leader and landowner who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar. He played a significant role in several military campaigns and was awarded extensive land holdings for his loyalty and service.

Another notable figure was Rai Jodh Nar (1595-1670), a wealthy merchant and landowner from the city of Narnaul. He was known for his philanthropic efforts and contributed to the construction of several temples and educational institutions in the region.

In the 18th century, Rai Badan Singh Nar (1720-1785) was a prominent figure in the court of the Maharaja of Patiala. He served as a trusted advisor and held significant influence over the administration of the state.

During the British colonial period in India, the surname "NAR" gained further recognition. One notable individual was Sir Ganga Ram Nar (1851-1927), a renowned civil engineer and philanthropist who was instrumental in the development of several major infrastructure projects, including the construction of the Western Yamuna Canal.

Another prominent figure was Lala Lajpat Rai Nar (1865-1928), a renowned freedom fighter, and leader of the Indian independence movement. He played a pivotal role in the struggle against British colonial rule and was a prominent figure in the Indian National Congress.

While these are just a few examples, the surname "NAR" has a rich history and has been associated with various notable individuals throughout the centuries, particularly in northern India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nar

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

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

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