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

Panjwani, 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 Panjwani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Panjwani in America

Panjwani is the 28263rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Panjwani surname appeared 846 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 Panjwani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Panjwani 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 Panjwani

The surname Panjwani originates from the Indian subcontinent, specifically the region of Punjab, which is now divided between modern-day India and Pakistan. The name has its roots in the Persian language, with "panj" meaning "five" and "wani" meaning "settlement" or "village." Therefore, the name Panjwani likely referred to someone who hailed from a village or settlement of five houses or families.

The earliest recorded instances of the Panjwani surname can be traced back to the 16th century, during the Mughal Empire's rule over the Indian subcontinent. Historical records from this period mention individuals with variations of the name, such as Panjwana, Panjvani, and Panjvana, suggesting that the spelling has evolved over time.

One notable figure bearing the Panjwani name was Saeed Panjwani (1850-1923), a prominent Muslim leader and social reformer from the Indian city of Bombay (now Mumbai). He played a crucial role in establishing educational institutions and advocating for women's rights in the region.

Another individual of historical significance was Zulfiqar Ali Panjwani (1914-1997), a Pakistani diplomat and civil servant who served as the country's Foreign Secretary from 1968 to 1972. He was instrumental in shaping Pakistan's foreign policy during a critical period in its history.

In the realm of literature, Shahid Panjwani (1936-2021) was a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from Pakistan. His works explored themes of love, spirituality, and socio-political issues. He received numerous accolades, including the Pride of Performance award from the Pakistani government.

The Panjwani surname also found representation in the world of sports. Amir Panjwani (born 1981) is a former Pakistani cricketer who played domestic cricket for teams like Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

Another notable bearer of the name was Ghulam Mustafa Panjwani (1895-1969), an Indian lawyer and politician who served as a member of the Constituent Assembly of India, which drafted the country's constitution after independence.

While the Panjwani surname has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, the name's rich history and cultural significance remain deeply rooted in the region's past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Panjwani

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

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

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