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

Saris, 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 Saris surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Saris in America

Saris is the 79075th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Saris surname appeared 241 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 Saris.

We can also compare 2010 data for Saris 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 Saris

The surname Saris is of Indian origin, with roots tracing back to the Sanskrit language. It is believed to have originated in the region of Punjab, a historical region straddling the border between modern-day India and Pakistan.

One of the earliest known references to the name Saris can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures, where it is mentioned as a title or designation for individuals skilled in the art of weaving fine silk garments, known as saris. This connection suggests that the name may have initially been an occupational surname, given to families engaged in the production or trade of saris.

During the Mughal Empire, which ruled over a vast territory in the Indian subcontinent between the 16th and 19th centuries, the name Saris gained prominence among the merchant class. Records from this period indicate that several influential merchants and traders bore this surname, reflecting their involvement in the lucrative silk trade.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Saris Singh (1720-1789) gained recognition as a leader of a Sikh military order known as the Khalsa. His bravery and leadership during the struggle against the Afghan rulers of the time earned him a place in Sikh history.

Another prominent individual with the surname Saris was Maharaja Saris Chandra Ghosh (1835-1910), a renowned philanthropist and social reformer from Bengal. He dedicated his life and wealth to promoting education and social welfare initiatives, leaving a lasting impact on the region.

In more recent times, Dr. Saris Gupta (1888-1976), an acclaimed Indian scientist and scholar, made significant contributions to the fields of chemistry and physics. He was awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, for his pioneering work.

While the name Saris has its roots in India, it has also found its way into other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its historical significance and deep-rooted connection to the Indian subcontinent remain an integral part of its legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Saris

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

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

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