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

Rajeev, 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 Rajeev surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rajeev in America

Rajeev is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rajeev surname appeared 153 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 Rajeev.

The history of the last name Rajeev

The surname Rajeev originates from India and is derived from the Sanskrit word "Raja," meaning "king" or "ruler." This name has its roots in the ancient Hindu culture and tradition, where the title "Raja" was bestowed upon powerful rulers and monarchs.

Historically, the name Rajeev was prominent among the ruling classes and nobility of various Indian kingdoms and empires. It is believed to have been in use since the time of the Gupta Empire, which ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 4th to the 6th century CE.

In ancient Indian texts and historical records, such as the Puranas and the epics Mahabharata and Ramayana, there are references to prominent figures bearing the name Rajeev or its variations. One notable example is Raja Rajeev Gupta, a renowned scholar and poet who lived during the reign of the Gupta Empire in the 5th century CE.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Rajeev can be traced back to the medieval period, particularly during the rule of the Rajput clans and the Mughal Empire. Prominent individuals with this surname include Raja Rajeev Singh, a brave warrior and military commander who fought against the Mughal forces in the 16th century.

Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the surname Rajeev. A few examples include:

1. Raja Rajeev Ratan Singh (1701-1769), a powerful ruler of the Maratha Empire who played a significant role in expanding the empire's territories.
2. Raja Rajeev Narayan Singh (1828-1892), a prominent scholar and social reformer from Bengal, who advocated for the abolition of the caste system and the promotion of women's education.
3. Rajeev Motwani (1962-2009), an influential computer scientist and professor at Stanford University, known for his contributions to the fields of algorithms and theoretical computer science.
4. Rajeev Suri (born 1967), a Finnish-Indian business executive who served as the President and CEO of Nokia Corporation from 2014 to 2020.
5. Rajeev Khandelwal (born 1975), an Indian actor and model, best known for his roles in television shows such as "Kahiin To Hoga" and "Sujal."

While the surname Rajeev has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. The name continues to hold significance and pride among those of Indian descent, reflecting their rich cultural heritage and historical legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rajeev

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

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

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