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

Sajnani, 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 Sajnani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sajnani in America

Sajnani is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sajnani surname appeared 102 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 Sajnani.

The history of the last name Sajnani

The surname SAJNANI has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region of Gujarat. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Sajanana," meaning "birth" or "origin." This suggests that the name may have been associated with a particular village, town, or region where the family originated.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name SAJNANI can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in historical documents from the Mughal Empire. During this period, many families adopted surnames based on their place of origin, occupation, or other distinguishing characteristics.

In the 17th century, the SAJNANI name was found in various administrative records and court documents in the region of Gujarat. This indicates that the family held a prominent position in society during that time.

Notable individuals bearing the SAJNANI surname include:

1. Govardhan Das Sajnani (1810-1885), a celebrated poet and writer from Gujarat, known for his contributions to Gujarati literature.
2. Ratan Lal Sajnani (1865-1932), a prominent businessman and philanthropist who established several educational institutions in Gujarat.
3. Jayanti Sajnani (1920-1998), a renowned classical dancer and choreographer, recognized for her efforts in preserving and promoting Indian classical dance forms.
4. Vishnu Sajnani (1932-2010), a distinguished lawyer and legal scholar who served as the Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court.
5. Deepak Sajnani (born 1962), a successful entrepreneur and industrialist, known for his contributions to the textile industry in India.

The SAJNANI surname has also been associated with various places in Gujarat, such as Sajnani village and Sajnani Taluka. These place names may have been derived from the surname itself or vice versa, reflecting the family's historical roots and influence in the region.

While the SAJNANI surname has its origins in India, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to immigration and diaspora. However, its deep-rooted connection to the Gujarat region and its rich cultural heritage remains an integral part of its history and identity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sajnani

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

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 Sajnani 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.

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

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