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

Pareek, 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 Pareek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pareek in America

Pareek is the 108199th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pareek surname appeared 164 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 Pareek.

The history of the last name Pareek

The surname Pareek originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Parikshat," which means "tested" or "examined." The name's origins can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 11th-12th centuries.

During the reign of the Rajput dynasties in Rajasthan, the Pareek surname was commonly associated with the Brahmin community, indicating their occupation as scholars, priests, or advisors to the royal families. The earliest known references to the name can be found in ancient manuscripts and records related to these royal households.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Pareek name is in the Jayapura Kalpa, a Sanskrit manuscript dating back to the 12th century. The text mentions a scholar named Vidyadhar Pareek, who was renowned for his knowledge of astrology and Hindu scriptures.

In the 14th century, the Pareek family played a significant role in the court of the Rathore rulers of Marwar (now part of Rajasthan). Pandit Gokul Das Pareek, born in 1325, served as the chief advisor and priest to the Rathore king, Rao Chanda.

Another notable figure in history was Pandit Gauri Shankar Pareek, who lived during the 16th century and was a renowned scholar of Sanskrit grammar and literature. He authored several works, including the acclaimed "Pareek Vyakaran," which became an essential text for studying Sanskrit grammar.

In the 18th century, Pandit Jaswant Singh Pareek, born in 1745, gained recognition as a skilled astrologer and advisor to the Maratha rulers of the region. His expertise in astrological calculations and predictions earned him respect and influence in the royal court.

During the British Raj in India, the Pareek surname was also associated with influential families and individuals. One such figure was Pandit Shiv Narayan Pareek, born in 1825, who served as a judge and legal advisor to the British administration in Rajasthan.

While the name Pareek has its roots in the northern regions of India, over time, it has spread to other parts of the country due to migration and relocation of families. However, the surname continues to retain its strong association with the Brahmin community and the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pareek

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

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

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