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

Tejwani, 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 Tejwani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tejwani in America

Tejwani is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tejwani surname appeared 128 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 Tejwani.

The history of the last name Tejwani

The surname Tejwani has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically from the regions of Rajasthan and Gujarat. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit words "Tej" meaning "brilliance" or "radiance," and "Wani" meaning "possessed" or "endowed with." Thus, the name Tejwani could translate to "one who possesses brilliance" or "one who is radiant."

In ancient Hindu scriptures and historical texts, the name Tejwani can be found mentioned as early as the 12th century CE. It is believed that the name was initially associated with Hindu families belonging to the Kshatriya (warrior) caste or those involved in scholarly pursuits, reflecting the name's connotation of brilliance and wisdom.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Tejwani can be traced back to the 16th century in various official documents and records from the Rajput kingdoms of Rajasthan and the Mughal Empire. One notable example is the mention of a Rajput warrior named Tejwani Singh, who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century.

During the medieval period, the Tejwani name was also found among families of Hindu scholars and poets, particularly in the region of Gujarat. One such individual was Tejwani Bhatt, a renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet who lived in the 17th century and authored several works on Hindu philosophy and literature.

As the Tejwani community expanded and migrated to different parts of the Indian subcontinent, variations in the spelling and pronunciation of the name emerged. Some of these variations include Tejwani, Tejwani, Tejvani, and Tejawani.

Notable individuals with the surname Tejwani throughout history include:

1. Tejwani Singh (16th century) - A Rajput warrior in the service of Mughal Emperor Akbar.
2. Tejwani Bhatt (17th century) - A renowned Sanskrit scholar and poet from Gujarat.
3. Tejwani Devi (18th century) - A Hindu mystic and spiritual leader from Rajasthan.
4. Rajan Tejwani (1920-1995) - An Indian businessman and philanthropist from Gujarat.
5. Anupam Tejwani (born 1974) - A contemporary Indian actor known for his work in television and films.

While the Tejwani surname has its roots in India, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, the name's etymology and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the cultural and linguistic traditions of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tejwani

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

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

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