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

Sagun, 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 Sagun surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sagun in America

Sagun is the 29138th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sagun surname appeared 813 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 Sagun.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sagun 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 Sagun

The surname Sagun originated in the Indian subcontinent, with its roots likely tracing back to the Sanskrit language. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "shaguna," which means "virtuous" or "good qualities." This suggests that the name was initially given to individuals who were regarded as possessing positive traits or moral virtues.

During the medieval period, the Sagun surname was prevalent among several communities in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the states of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Historical records indicate that the name appeared in various administrative documents and land records from the 13th to the 16th centuries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Sagun surname can be found in the "Ain-i-Akbari," a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The document mentions several individuals bearing the surname Sagun, who held positions as land revenue officers or local administrators.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Sagun Singh (1620-1675) gained recognition as a skilled warrior and military strategist in the service of the Sikh Empire. He played a crucial role in defending the region against foreign invasions and is remembered for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

Another notable individual with the Sagun surname was Bishan Sagun (1745-1810), a renowned poet and scholar from the Punjab region. He authored several literary works, including collections of poetry and religious texts, which were highly acclaimed for their depth and eloquence.

During the 19th century, the Sagun surname was also found among influential families in the princely states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. One such individual was Rao Sagun Singh (1825-1892), a prominent landowner and influential figure in the court of the Maharaja of Jodhpur.

It is worth mentioning that variations in the spelling of the surname have existed over time, such as Saguna, Saghuna, and Shaguna, reflecting the diverse regional dialects and linguistic influences. Additionally, the surname has been associated with various place names, including villages and towns across northern India, where families bearing the name have historically resided.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sagun

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

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

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