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

Timilsina, 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 Timilsina surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Timilsina in America

Timilsina is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Timilsina surname appeared 105 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 Timilsina.

The history of the last name Timilsina

The surname TIMILSINA is of Nepali origin, originating from the Himalayan region of South Asia. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Timila," which means "sesame seed," and the word "Sina," meaning "boundary" or "frontier." The name was likely given to individuals who lived near the boundaries of territories or who cultivated sesame seeds.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname TIMILSINA can be traced back to ancient manuscripts and chronicles from the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal, where it was commonly used among the Newar community. The name appears in several historical texts dating back to the 14th century, such as the "Gopalarajavamsavali" and the "Vamsavali" chronicles.

One of the earliest known individuals with the surname TIMILSINA was Jayaraj Timilsina, a prominent poet and scholar who lived in the 15th century. He is credited with writing several notable literary works, including the "Haribhaktisudhadhi" and the "Krishnabhaktarasamritasindhu."

During the Malla period (12th to 18th century) in Nepal, the TIMILSINA family held influential positions in various kingdoms. Ratna Timilsina, who lived in the 16th century, was a renowned minister and advisor to the King of Patan, one of the three principalities of the Kathmandu Valley.

In the 18th century, Kalu Timilsina, a brave warrior and military leader, played a significant role in defending the Nepalese territories against the Gorkha invasion led by Prithvi Narayan Shah. His bravery and strategic skills were documented in several historical accounts of the time.

During the 19th century, Ganga Timilsina, a renowned artist and sculptor, gained recognition for his intricate wood carvings and metalwork. His creations adorned many temples and palaces in the Kathmandu Valley, and his legacy continues to be celebrated in Nepali art and culture.

Another notable figure with the surname TIMILSINA was Bhim Timilsina, a prominent social reformer and advocate for women's rights in the early 20th century. He played a crucial role in establishing the first girls' school in Nepal and worked tirelessly to promote education and empowerment for women.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Timilsina

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

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

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