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

Vadi, 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 Vadi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vadi in America

Vadi is the 89069th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vadi surname appeared 208 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 Vadi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vadi 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 Vadi

The surname VADI is believed to have originated in India, with the earliest records dating back to the 16th century. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "vadi," which means "dweller" or "resident," suggesting that it may have been an occupational surname for those who lived in a particular area or village.

In some historical records, the name is also spelled as "Vady" or "Vaddy," reflecting variations in pronunciation and spelling across different regions of India. One of the earliest documented instances of the name appears in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar, which lists several individuals with the surname VADI among the imperial administrators and officials.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the name VADI can be found in various regional records and manuscripts, particularly in the states of Gujarat and Maharashtra. For example, Shri Govind Vadi, a prominent scholar and poet, was born in 1650 in the village of Vadnagar, Gujarat. His works, including the famous "Govind Gita," are still studied and celebrated today.

In the 19th century, the name VADI gained further recognition with the birth of Mahadev Govind Vadi (1825-1892), a renowned social reformer and educator who played a pivotal role in the establishment of modern education in Maharashtra. He founded several educational institutions, including the Deccan Education Society in Pune, and was a pioneer in promoting education for women and underprivileged communities.

Another notable figure bearing the surname VADI was Shri Shantaram Vadi (1870-1945), a respected lawyer and politician from Bombay Presidency (present-day Mumbai). He served as a member of the Bombay Legislative Council and was actively involved in the Indian independence movement, working alongside prominent leaders like Bal Gangadhar Tilak.

In the 20th century, the name VADI continued to be associated with several influential individuals, such as Pandit Krishnarao Vadi (1902-1988), a celebrated classical musician and composer from Gwalior, who made significant contributions to the Hindustani classical music tradition. Additionally, Vasant Vadi (1920-2004), a renowned artist and sculptor, gained recognition for his innovative approach to modern Indian art, combining traditional techniques with contemporary styles.

Throughout its history, the surname VADI has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and diversity of India. While the name may have originated as an occupational surname, it has since transcended its initial meaning and become a source of pride and identity for many families across the subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vadi

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

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

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