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

Roha, 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 Roha surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Roha in America

Roha is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Roha surname appeared 115 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 Roha.

We can also compare 2010 data for Roha 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 Roha

The surname ROHA originates from India, specifically the region of Gujarat, and has its roots dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "roha," which means "to grow" or "to ascend." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals involved in agriculture or those who held positions of authority and influence.

The earliest recorded instances of the ROHA surname can be traced back to historical documents from the Mughal era, particularly during the reign of Emperor Akbar. In these records, individuals bearing the ROHA name were mentioned as landowners and influential figures within their respective communities.

One notable ROHA from this era was Ratan Singh ROHA, a prominent landowner and military commander who served under Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. His bravery and loyalty earned him recognition, and his descendants continued to hold positions of importance in the region.

During the 17th century, the ROHA surname gained further prominence as members of the family established themselves as successful traders and merchants. Records from this period indicate that several ROHA families were engaged in the lucrative textile trade, particularly in the production and export of cotton and silk fabrics.

In the 18th century, the ROHA surname was associated with the literary and scholarly circles of Gujarat. Govind ROHA, a renowned poet and scholar born in 1724, gained acclaim for his works in Gujarati and Sanskrit literature. His poetry and philosophical writings continue to be studied and appreciated to this day.

Another notable figure was Jairam ROHA, born in 1782, who was a prominent educator and pioneer in establishing modern educational institutions in Gujarat. His efforts to promote education and literacy among the masses earned him widespread respect and recognition.

As the ROHA surname spread across India, it gained prominence in various fields, including business, politics, and the arts. Notably, Amritlal ROHA, born in 1876, was a successful businessman and philanthropist who contributed significantly to the development of his local community through his charitable endeavors.

While the ROHA surname has its roots in Gujarat, it has now become widespread across India and can be found in various regions and communities. The name continues to carry a sense of prestige and respect, reflecting its historical association with influential and accomplished individuals.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Roha

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

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

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