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

Niranjan, 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 Niranjan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Niranjan in America

Niranjan is the 89753rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Niranjan surname appeared 206 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 Niranjan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Niranjan 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 Niranjan

The surname "Niranjan" has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the Sanskrit language. It is a compound word derived from the Sanskrit roots "nir," meaning without or free from, and "anjan," which means darkness or impurity. The name thus translates to "without blemish" or "free from darkness."

In ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, the name "Niranjan" is often used as an epithet to describe deities or divine beings who are considered pure, spotless, and untainted by the imperfections of the material world. It is a name that carries spiritual connotations and is associated with purity, enlightenment, and transcendence.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name can be found in the Guru Granth Sahib, the sacred scripture of the Sikh faith. In this text, "Niranjan" is used as an epithet for the supreme divine being, emphasizing the concept of a formless, eternal, and immaculate existence.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the surname "Niranjan." One of the earliest known was Niranjan Ghosh (1876-1945), a prominent Bengali author, poet, and playwright who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of Bengal during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Another noteworthy figure was Niranjan Singh Talib (1916-1986), an Indian freedom fighter and politician who played an active role in India's independence movement. He later served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India and was instrumental in shaping the country's constitution.

In the field of music, Niranjan Goswami (1924-2000) was a renowned Indian classical vocalist and exponent of the Khayal style of singing. He was a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.

The name "Niranjan" has also been associated with spiritual leaders and gurus. One such figure was Niranjan Maharaj (1843-1918), a revered saint and mystic from Maharashtra who founded the Niranjan Sampradaya, a spiritual movement dedicated to the pursuit of self-realization and divine love.

More recently, Niranjan Hiranandani (born 1944) is a prominent Indian industrialist and real estate tycoon. He is the co-founder of the Hiranandani Group, one of the largest real estate development companies in India, and has played a significant role in shaping the urban landscape of Mumbai and other major cities.

While the surname "Niranjan" originated in the Indian subcontinent, it has since gained recognition and acceptance globally, with individuals bearing this name making their mark in various fields across different parts of the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Niranjan

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

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

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