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

Nira, 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 Nira surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nira in America

Nira is the 86314th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nira surname appeared 216 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 Nira.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nira 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 Nira

The surname "NIRA" is believed to have originated in India, with its roots tracing back to the ancient Sanskrit language. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "nir," which means "without" or "free from." This suggests that the surname may have been given to individuals who were free from certain obligations or held a distinguished status in society.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "NIRA" can be found in the ancient Hindu scriptures, the Vedas, which date back to the second millennium BCE. In these sacred texts, the name is mentioned in reference to various rituals and ceremonies, indicating its significance in the cultural and religious traditions of ancient India.

During the medieval period, the name "NIRA" was also found in various historical records and manuscripts, such as the Rajatarangini, a chronicle of the kings of Kashmir written in the 12th century CE. This suggests that individuals bearing this surname may have held influential positions or played important roles in the region's history.

In the 16th century, a notable figure with the surname "NIRA" was Nira Devi, a powerful queen who ruled over a small kingdom in present-day Rajasthan, India. She was known for her brave leadership and her efforts to protect her people during times of conflict.

Another prominent figure was Nira Ranjan Mukherjee (1842-1912), an Indian scholar and educator who made significant contributions to the field of philosophy and literature. He was widely respected for his work in promoting education and cultural understanding.

In the 20th century, Nira Singh (1920-1986) was a celebrated Indian artist and sculptor whose works were highly acclaimed for their unique blend of traditional and modern styles. His sculptures can be found in various museums and public spaces across India and beyond.

Nira Yuval-Davis (born 1945) is a contemporary British sociologist and activist who has made significant contributions to the study of gender, race, and nationalism. Her work has been influential in shaping academic discourse and informing social policies.

It is worth noting that while the surname "NIRA" is primarily associated with India, it may also have variations or similar spellings in other cultures and languages, reflecting the diverse paths of migration and cultural exchange throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nira

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

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

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