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

Rawat, 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 Rawat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rawat in America

Rawat is the 35945th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rawat surname appeared 624 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 Rawat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rawat 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 Rawat

The surname Rawat originated in India, specifically from the northern regions of the country. It has its roots in the Sanskrit language and is believed to have been derived from the word "Rathavat," which translates to "charioteer" or "warrior." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who belonged to the warrior class or those who were skilled in handling chariots during ancient times.

The earliest recorded instances of the Rawat surname can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 12th and 13th centuries. During this era, the name appeared in various historical records and manuscripts, including inscriptions on temples and royal chronicles. One notable example is the mention of a warrior named Rawat Singh, who served under the reign of the Chauhan dynasty in the region of Rajasthan.

In the 16th century, the name Rawat gained prominence when it was adopted by members of the Rajput warrior clan. The Rajputs were a powerful and influential group known for their bravery and military prowess. Many individuals bearing the Rawat surname were associated with this clan, serving as soldiers, commanders, and even rulers of small principalities.

One of the most famous historical figures with the Rawat surname was Maharaja Pratap Singh Rawat, who ruled the princely state of Kishangarh in Rajasthan during the late 17th and early 18th centuries (1658-1719). He was renowned for his artistic patronage and is credited with establishing the unique Kishangarh style of miniature painting.

Another noteworthy individual was Maharaja Vijay Singh Rawat, who ruled the princely state of Sirohi in Rajasthan during the 19th century (1833-1895). He was known for his efforts in modernizing his state and promoting education, as well as his involvement in the Indian Rebellion of 1857 against the British East India Company.

In the realm of literature, one cannot overlook the contributions of the poet and writer Kunwar Ranjit Singh Rawat, who lived in the 19th century (1828-1892). He was celebrated for his works in the Braj Bhasha dialect and played a significant role in preserving and promoting the literary traditions of the region.

The Rawat surname has also been associated with prominent figures in the Indian military. One such individual was General Bipin Rawat (1958-2021), who served as the first Chief of Defense Staff of the Indian Armed Forces and played a crucial role in modernizing the country's military capabilities.

Throughout history, the Rawat surname has been closely linked to the states of Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, where it has its strongest roots. However, due to migration and dispersal, individuals bearing this surname can now be found across various parts of India and even abroad.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rawat

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

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

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