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

Srivastava, 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 Srivastava surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Srivastava in America

Srivastava is the 9928th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Srivastava surname appeared 3,251 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Srivastava.

We can also compare 2010 data for Srivastava 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 Srivastava

The surname Srivastava has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the northern region of India, and can be traced back to the medieval period. It is derived from the Sanskrit words "Sri" and "Vasta," which collectively mean "prosperous" or "affluent dwelling."

The name Srivastava is believed to have been initially associated with individuals who hailed from prosperous households or occupied prestigious positions in society. As a result, it became a popular surname among various communities, including Brahmins, Kayasthas, and other upper-class groups.

Historical references to the Srivastava surname can be found in ancient texts, manuscripts, and inscriptions dating back to the 12th century. One notable example is the mention of a Hindu scholar named Srivastava Bhatta in the Skanda Purana, a Sanskrit text from the 7th or 8th century.

The earliest recorded instances of the Srivastava surname can be traced back to the 14th century, with mentions in various royal records and land grants. During this time, the name was often spelled differently, such as "Srivastav," "Sribastab," or "Sribhastab," reflecting regional variations and linguistic adaptations.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the Srivastava surname, including:

1. Ravi Shankar Srivastava (1920-2012), an Indian sitarist and composer, widely regarded as the most influential figure in popularizing Indian classical music globally.

2. Gopaldas Srivastava (1854-1926), an Indian freedom fighter and activist who played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement.

3. Amar Nath Srivastava (1899-1976), an Indian historian and archaeologist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Indian history and culture.

4. Madan Mohan Malaviya (1861-1946), an Indian educationist and politician, known for his efforts in establishing the Banaras Hindu University and advocating for Indian independence.

5. Bharatendu Harishchandra (1850-1885), a renowned Indian author, poet, and playwright who played a crucial role in the development of modern Hindi literature.

The Srivastava surname has been associated with various place names and geographical locations throughout India, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh, where it has been prominent for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Srivastava

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

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

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