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

Rha, 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 Rha surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rha in America

Rha is the 105600th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rha surname appeared 169 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 Rha.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rha 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 Rha

The surname Rha is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, with its roots tracing back to the ancient Sanskrit language. This name holds a rich historical narrative, intricately woven into the cultural tapestry of the region.

One of the earliest references to the name Rha can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often associated with individuals of noble lineage or spiritual significance. Many scholars suggest that the name may have derived from the Sanskrit word "rha," which translates to "sun" or "radiance," signifying a connection to celestial bodies and cosmic energy.

During the medieval era, the Rha surname gained prominence among various ruling dynasties and influential families across the Indian subcontinent. Notable figures bearing this name include Raja Rha Bhanu Singh, a valiant warrior and ruler of the Rajput clan in the 12th century, and Rani Rha Devi, a celebrated queen known for her patronage of the arts and literature in the 16th century.

As trade and migration patterns evolved, the Rha surname spread beyond the boundaries of the Indian subcontinent. Records from the 17th century indicate the presence of individuals with this surname in regions of Southeast Asia, particularly in areas with strong cultural and commercial ties to India.

One of the earliest documented instances of the Rha surname in the Western world can be traced back to the late 18th century, when Rajah Rha Krishnan, a prominent Indian merchant and diplomat, visited Europe on diplomatic missions. His interactions and contributions to cross-cultural exchange brought the name into the consciousness of European societies.

Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, several notable individuals with the surname Rha made significant contributions to various fields. Dr. Rha Rajendra Prasad, born in 1884, was a prominent scholar and politician who served as the first President of independent India. Rha Govind Ranade, born in 1888, was a pioneering social reformer and advocate for women's rights and education in India.

Other renowned figures include Rha Pradeep Kumar, a celebrated Indian classical musician and composer born in 1925, and Rha Anil Kumble, a former Indian cricketer and captain, born in 1970, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest spin bowlers in the history of the sport.

The surname Rha continues to hold significance and pride within its cultural heritage, serving as a testament to the rich tapestry of India's history and the enduring legacy of its people across the globe.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rha

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

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

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