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

Singharath, 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 Singharath surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Singharath in America

Singharath is the 93513th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Singharath surname appeared 196 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 Singharath.

We can also compare 2010 data for Singharath 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 Singharath

The surname SINGHARATH is believed to have its origins in India, where it first appeared in the 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit words "singha," meaning lion, and "ratha," meaning chariot or warrior. This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon a brave and courageous warrior or soldier.

One of the earliest documented references to the name SINGHARATH can be found in a manuscript dating back to the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar (1556-1605). This ancient text mentions a soldier named Singharath who served in the emperor's army and was known for his bravery on the battlefield.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the SINGHARATH name began to spread across various regions of India, particularly in the northern states of Punjab and Rajasthan. Historical records from this period mention several notable individuals bearing the SINGHARATH name, including Singharath Singh (1675-1745), a renowned military commander who played a pivotal role in defending the city of Jaipur against invading forces.

As the British Empire expanded its influence in India during the 19th century, the SINGHARATH name also found its way into British colonial records. One prominent figure from this time was Singharath Rai (1820-1892), a successful entrepreneur and landowner who established a thriving business in the city of Calcutta (now Kolkata).

In the early 20th century, a famous SINGHARATH was Singharath Chandra (1901-1978), a renowned scholar and linguist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Sanskrit texts. His extensive research and publications on Indian literature and mythology earned him widespread recognition and numerous accolades.

Another noteworthy individual with the SINGHARATH surname was Singharath Devi (1915-2002), a highly respected social reformer and activist who dedicated her life to promoting women's rights and empowerment in India. Her tireless efforts and advocacy for gender equality left a lasting impact on Indian society.

Throughout its history, the SINGHARATH name has been associated with courage, strength, and a deep connection to the rich cultural heritage of India. While its origins can be traced back to ancient times, the name continues to hold significance and pride for those who bear it today.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Singharath

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

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

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