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

Thakar, 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 Thakar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Thakar in America

Thakar is the 57372nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Thakar surname appeared 355 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 Thakar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Thakar 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 Thakar

The surname "THAKAR" is believed to have originated in India, specifically in the state of Gujarat. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "thakkura," which means "lord" or "master." This suggests that the name was likely given to individuals who held positions of authority or respect within their communities.

The earliest known records of the name "THAKAR" can be traced back to the 15th century, when it was commonly found in various historical documents and manuscripts from the region. One notable reference is the Rajput clan of Thakor, which traces its lineage back to the 12th century. The name was also associated with the Kshatriya caste, known for their warrior traditions and leadership roles.

In the 16th century, the name "THAKAR" gained prominence among the Rajput rulers of Gujarat, particularly the Thakor dynasty that ruled over the region of Kathiawar (now part of the modern-day state of Gujarat). Rana Vikramjit Singh Thakor (1494-1542) was a prominent ruler from this dynasty, known for his military campaigns and the construction of several architectural marvels.

As time passed, the name "THAKAR" spread beyond Gujarat to other parts of India. In the 18th century, Maharaja Thakar Singh (1720-1785) was a distinguished ruler of the Maratha Empire, renowned for his administrative skills and patronage of the arts.

In more recent history, Narayan Thakar (1869-1950) was a notable Indian freedom fighter and social reformer from Gujarat, who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement led by Mahatma Gandhi.

Throughout its history, the surname "THAKAR" has been associated with individuals of high social standing, leadership roles, and a strong connection to the cultural heritage of Gujarat and the wider Indian subcontinent. The name has evolved over time, with various spellings and variations emerging, but its roots remain firmly grounded in the ancient Sanskrit language and the rich traditions of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Thakar

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

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

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