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

Rathi, 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 Rathi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rathi in America

Rathi is the 51723rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rathi surname appeared 402 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 Rathi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rathi 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 Rathi

The surname Rathi has its origins in India, specifically in the northern regions of the country. The name can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 11th to 13th centuries. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word 'Ratha,' which means 'chariot' or 'warrior.'

One of the earliest known references to the name Rathi can be found in ancient Hindu texts and scriptures, where it was often used to describe individuals who were skilled in warfare or belonged to the warrior class. The name was particularly prevalent among the Rajput community, which was known for its martial traditions.

During the Mughal era, which spanned from the 16th to the 19th centuries, the Rathi name appeared in various historical records and documents. Some notable individuals bearing this surname include Raja Rathi Singh, a valiant Rajput ruler who fought against the Mughal forces in the 17th century, and Rani Rathi Devi, a princess renowned for her courage and leadership during times of conflict.

As the Rathi lineage spread across different regions of India, the name also took on various spellings and variations, such as Rathee, Rathour, and Radhey. One of the most famous bearers of this name was Maharaja Ranjit Singh Rathi, the legendary ruler of the Sikh Empire in the early 19th century, who is celebrated for his military prowess and administrative skills.

Another significant figure in history with the Rathi surname was Pandit Rathi Ram, a renowned scholar and writer who lived in the 18th century. His works on Hindu philosophy and literature were highly influential and are still studied by academics and researchers today.

In more recent times, the Rathi name has been associated with several prominent individuals in various fields. Dr. Vinod Rathi, a respected Indian oncologist and healthcare pioneer, has made significant contributions to the field of cancer treatment and research. Likewise, Arun Rathi, an accomplished Indian businessman and entrepreneur, has left his mark on the corporate world through his successful ventures.

While the Rathi surname has its roots in the northern regions of India, it has since spread to various parts of the country and even around the world, carried by individuals of Indian descent. The name continues to be a source of pride and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and martial traditions of the subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rathi

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

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

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