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

Surve, 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 Surve surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Surve in America

Surve is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Surve surname appeared 124 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 Surve.

The history of the last name Surve

The surname "SURVE" is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Surya," which means "sun." The name is believed to have been used as an occupational surname for people who were involved in sun worship or related religious practices.

The earliest known records of the surname date back to the 12th century in parts of modern-day India and Pakistan. It is mentioned in some ancient Hindu texts and manuscripts, indicating its usage among certain communities and castes. The name is also found in some old Persian and Arabic records from the region, suggesting its adoption and spread during the medieval period.

One of the earliest known bearers of the surname was Surve Navlakha, a Hindu scholar and philosopher who lived in the 13th century. He is known for his contributions to the study of Hindu scriptures and his writings on the interpretation of sacred texts. Another notable figure was Surve Raghunath, a prominent figure in the Maratha Empire of the 17th century, who served as a military commander under the Maratha ruler Shivaji.

In the 18th century, the surname appears in records from the British East India Company, indicating its presence among individuals who interacted with the British colonial administration. One such individual was Surve Ramchandra, a trader and landowner who lived in the city of Surat in the late 18th century.

During the 19th century, the surname became more widely documented, with several notable figures bearing it. Surve Shridhar was a renowned Marathi poet and literary figure who lived from 1808 to 1882. His works were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and contributions to the Marathi language and literature. Another notable figure was Surve Ganesh, a social reformer and educator who lived from 1844 to 1906 and played a significant role in promoting education and social upliftment in Maharashtra.

As the name spread across different regions and communities, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged. Some alternative spellings include "Surwe," "Surway," and "Surwey," reflecting local linguistic influences and adaptations.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Surve

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

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

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