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

Rajwani, 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 Rajwani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rajwani in America

Rajwani is the 98099th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rajwani surname appeared 185 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 Rajwani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rajwani 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 Rajwani

The surname Rajwani is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region of Rajasthan. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Rajwanshi," which means "of royal descent" or "belonging to the lineage of kings." The earliest known records of this surname can be traced back to the 12th century during the reign of the Rajput clan in the area.

The Rajwani surname was initially associated with the ruling class and aristocracy of Rajasthan. It was commonly used by members of the Rajput warrior caste, who claimed descent from the ancient Kshatriya warrior clan. The name was a mark of pride and status, signifying a connection to the royal lineage of the region.

In the 14th century, the surname Rajwani gained prominence during the reign of the Mewar dynasty in Rajasthan. Historical records mention several notable figures with this surname, including Rana Pratap Singh Rajwani (1540-1597), a revered Rajput ruler known for his military prowess and resistance against the Mughal Empire.

The name Rajwani can also be found in ancient manuscripts and inscriptions from the region, such as the Bijnor inscriptions from the 11th century and the Eklingji Temple inscriptions from the 15th century. These inscriptions often mention individuals with the Rajwani surname holding important positions or being associated with royal households.

Over time, the surname spread beyond Rajasthan as members of the Rajput community migrated to other parts of India. Notable individuals with the Rajwani surname include Maharaja Jai Singh Rajwani (1611-1667), a renowned Hindu ruler known for his architectural contributions and for commissioning the construction of the Jantar Mantar observatories.

Another prominent figure was Maharana Bhim Singh Rajwani (1773-1828), the ruler of Mewar who played a significant role in the Anglo-Maratha Wars and is celebrated for his bravery and leadership during that period. Additionally, Maharaja Ganga Singh Rajwani (1880-1943) was a highly respected ruler of Bikaner who contributed to the modernization and development of his state.

While the surname Rajwani originated from a specific region and community, it has since gained recognition across India and among the Indian diaspora worldwide. The name carries a rich historical legacy and continues to be associated with noble ancestry and a strong cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rajwani

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

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

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