2000
#107,565
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 153
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.06
Very Rare Last name
Udani
A surname with roots in India, possibly derived from Sanskrit meaning "arising" or "born of."
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 310 Americans carry the last name Udani. That puts it at #76,719 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,105,659 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Udani surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
310
1 in 1,105,659
Census rank
#76,719
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
270
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 270 bearers of the surname Udani in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 76719th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Udani, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 84.4%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (8.1%) and White (4.4%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Udani
The surname UDANI is believed to have originated in India, tracing its roots back several centuries. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "udana," which means "arising" or "rising." This suggests that the name may have been associated with a particular region, occupation, or social status that involved a sense of elevation or ascension.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the UDANI surname can be found in historical texts from the region of present-day Rajasthan, dating back to the 16th century. During this period, the name appears to have been prevalent among certain communities, particularly those engaged in trade or administrative roles.
In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the UDANI name was Govind UDANI, a renowned scholar and poet who gained prominence for his contributions to Sanskrit literature. His works, which included poetic compositions and philosophical treatises, were widely celebrated and helped to preserve the cultural heritage of the region.
Another prominent UDANI was Jagat Singh UDANI, a military leader who lived in the late 18th century. He played a significant role in the campaigns against the Maratha Empire, earning a reputation for his strategic acumen and bravery on the battlefield.
The 19th century saw the rise of Karan UDANI, a influential social reformer and educator. Karan dedicated his life to promoting education and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities. His efforts laid the foundation for many progressive movements in the region.
In more recent times, the UDANI surname has been associated with several notable figures in various fields. One such individual was Rani UDANI, a pioneering environmentalist and conservationist who worked tirelessly to protect the natural habitats of endangered species in India.
Another prominent UDANI was Vijay UDANI, a renowned architect whose innovative designs and sustainable building practices earned him international recognition. His works have left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of the country.
While the UDANI surname may have originated in India, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have migrated and established themselves in different regions. However, its roots remain deeply embedded in the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Udani
Among Census respondents with the surname Udani, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 84.4%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (8.1%) and White (4.4%).
The bar chart below shows how Udani bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Udani surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander84.4% · 228
- Two or more races8.1% · 22
- White4.4% · 12
- Hispanic or Latino3.0% · 8
Timeline
Historical Census data for Udani
Udani appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#83,541
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 225
+72 bearers (+47.1%)
Per 100,000 0.08
Rank movement Up 24,024 places
2020
#76,719
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 270
+45 bearers (+20.0%)
Per 100,000 0.09
Rank movement Up 6,822 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #107,565 | 153 | 0.06 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #83,541 | 225 | 0.08 | +72 bearers (+47.1%) | Up 24,024 places |
| 2020 | #76,719 | 270 | 0.09 | +45 bearers (+20.0%) | Up 6,822 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Udani surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #83,541 | #76,719 | 8.2% |
| Count | 225 | 270 | 20.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.08 | 0.09 | 12.9% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Udani bearers went from 225 to 270 (+20.0% change). The surname moved up 6,822 positions in the national ranking, going from #83,541 to #76,719.
FAQ
Udani surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Udani?
Name Census estimates that about 310 living Americans carry the surname Udani. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 1,105,659 residents.
How common is Udani?
Udani ranks #76,719 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 270 people with the surname Udani. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (310), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.09 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.09 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Udani.
Has Udani become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Udani went from 225 recorded bearers to 270. That is an increase of 45 (+20.0%). In the national ranking it rose from #83,541 to #76,719.
What does the Census say about the background of Udani?
Among Census respondents with the surname Udani, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 84.4%. The next largest groups are Two or More Races (8.1%) and White (4.4%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
Asian/Pacific Islander is the largest self-reported group for the surname Udani in the 2020 Census, accounting for 84.4% (228 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Udani appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are Asian/Pacific Islander (84.4%), Two or More Races (8.1%), White (4.4%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Udani (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Udani mean?
A surname with roots in India, possibly derived from Sanskrit meaning "arising" or "born of." The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Udani (0.09 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people are called Udani?
See how many people are called Udani on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.