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

Raghunath, 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 Raghunath surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Raghunath in America

Raghunath is the 55741st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Raghunath surname appeared 368 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 Raghunath.

We can also compare 2010 data for Raghunath 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 Raghunath

The surname Raghunath has its origins in India, with roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "Raghu" and "Nath," meaning "descendant of Raghu" and "lord," respectively. The name likely originated in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Raghunath can be found in the epic Hindu scripture, the Ramayana. The name is mentioned in reference to Lord Rama, who was also known as Raghunath, as he was a descendant of the Raghu dynasty. This association with a revered figure in Hindu mythology lends the name a sense of nobility and significance.

During the medieval period, the name Raghunath was particularly prevalent among the Rajput clans of northwestern India. Several historical records from this time mention individuals bearing this surname, often in connection with positions of power and influence within the ruling class.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Raghunath Singh played a pivotal role in the Mughal Empire. He served as a trusted commander under the reign of Akbar, the third Mughal emperor, and his contributions are documented in various chronicles of the era.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Raghunath Rao, a Maratha military leader who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Maratha Empire and his exploits are recorded in various historical texts of the time.

In the realm of literature, the 19th century saw the rise of Raghunath Siromani, a renowned Bengali writer and poet. His works, including the celebrated poem "Padmavati," have left an indelible mark on Bengali literature and have been widely studied and appreciated.

The name Raghunath has also been associated with places and geographical locations. For instance, Raghunathpur is a town in the Indian state of West Bengal, and Raghunathganj is a city in Uttar Pradesh, both likely named after individuals bearing this surname.

Throughout history, the surname Raghunath has been carried by numerous individuals across various fields, from warriors and rulers to scholars and artists. Its rich heritage and connection to ancient Indian culture and mythology have contributed to its enduring legacy and significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Raghunath

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

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

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