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

Tejani, 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 Tejani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tejani in America

Tejani is the 56588th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tejani surname appeared 361 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 Tejani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tejani 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 Tejani

The surname Tejani has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the western state of Gujarat. It is believed to have emerged around the 15th or 16th century, during the reign of the Mughal Empire in the region.

The name Tejani is derived from the Sanskrit word "Tej," which means "brilliance" or "radiance." It is likely that the suffix "ani" was added to this root word, indicating a person or community associated with brilliance or radiance. This could have been a reference to their occupation, social standing, or personal qualities.

In ancient Sanskrit texts and historical records from the Mughal period, variations of the name, such as "Tejani" and "Tejanii," can be found. These variations suggest that the name may have originated from a specific region or community within Gujarat.

One of the earliest documented instances of the Tejani surname can be traced back to the 17th century, when a merchant named Kantilal Tejani was mentioned in a trade document from the port city of Surat. Surat was a major trading hub during the Mughal era, and it is likely that the Tejani family was involved in the thriving mercantile activities of the region.

In the 18th century, a Rajput warrior named Ranjit Singh Tejani fought bravely in the Battle of Panipat against the Maratha Empire. His valor and bravery were recorded in historical accounts of the time.

During the 19th century, a scholar named Govardhandas Tejani made significant contributions to the field of Ayurvedic medicine. His treatise, "Tejani Vaidya Shastra," is considered a seminal work in the study of traditional Indian medicine.

In the early 20th century, Ambalal Tejani, a renowned industrialist from Gujarat, established one of the first textile mills in the region, contributing to the economic development of the state.

Another notable individual with the Tejani surname was Natwarlal Tejani, a renowned artist and sculptor who lived from 1908 to 1996. He was known for his intricate sculptures and his representations of Indian mythology and folklore.

These examples demonstrate the rich history and diverse backgrounds of individuals bearing the Tejani surname, spanning various fields and regions across several centuries. While the name's origins can be traced back to Gujarat, its influence and prominence have extended far beyond this region, reflecting the diaspora and achievements of the Tejani community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tejani

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

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

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