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

Tipnis, 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 Tipnis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tipnis in America

Tipnis is the 156044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tipnis surname appeared 104 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 Tipnis.

The history of the last name Tipnis

The surname Tipnis is believed to have originated from the Indian subcontinent, with roots tracing back to the ancient Sanskrit language. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "tipan," which means "to be satisfied" or "to be content."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Tipnis can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and manuscripts from the medieval period. These texts often referred to individuals with the surname as scholars or learned individuals, suggesting that the name may have been associated with intellectual pursuits or spiritual enlightenment.

During the medieval era, the name Tipnis was particularly prevalent in the regions of modern-day Maharashtra and Karnataka in India. It is believed that many of the early bearers of this surname were Brahmin families or members of the scholarly class, further reinforcing the connection between the name and education or spiritual wisdom.

In the 16th century, the name Tipnis appeared in various local records and chronicles, particularly in the areas around the cities of Pune and Belgaum. One notable individual was Shri Tipnis Maharaj, a revered spiritual leader and philosopher who lived in the late 16th century and was known for his teachings on the pursuit of inner peace and contentment.

As the centuries progressed, the Tipnis surname continued to be associated with intellectual and academic pursuits. In the 18th century, Govind Tipnis was a renowned scholar and mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and authored several influential treatises.

During the 19th century, the name Tipnis gained further prominence with individuals like Ramchandra Tipnis, a prominent social reformer and educator who played a pivotal role in establishing several educational institutions in western India. Another notable figure was Shivram Tipnis, a celebrated poet and writer whose works explored themes of spirituality and human nature.

In more recent history, Vasant Tipnis (1920-2001) was a distinguished Indian politician and statesman who served as the Governor of several Indian states and was widely respected for his integrity and commitment to public service.

While the name Tipnis has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, it remains closely tied to its ancient origins and continues to carry associations with intellect, wisdom, and a pursuit of contentment.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tipnis

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

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

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