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

Vahora, 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 Vahora surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vahora in America

Vahora is the 44356th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vahora surname appeared 485 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 Vahora.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vahora 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 Vahora

The surname "VAHORA" is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "vahora," which means "trader" or "merchant." This suggests that the name was likely taken up by individuals or families involved in trade and commerce in ancient India.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the historical records of the Rajput kingdoms in the western Indian state of Gujarat. The Vahoras were a community of traders and merchants who played a significant role in the region's economy during the medieval period.

The name "VAHORA" is also linked to the town of Vahora, located in the Sabarkantha district of Gujarat. It is possible that the surname originated from this place name, as it was a hub for trade and commerce during the medieval era.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Rajmal Vahora was a prominent trader and merchant in the court of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Rajmal Vahora was known for his wealth and influence, and he played a crucial role in facilitating trade between the Mughal Empire and other regions.

Another historical figure bearing the surname "VAHORA" was Ratan Singh Vahora, a valiant warrior who served under the Maratha ruler Shivaji in the 17th century. Ratan Singh Vahora was renowned for his bravery and military prowess, and he played a significant role in several battles against the Mughal forces.

In the 18th century, the Vahora community continued to flourish in Gujarat, with many members holding influential positions in the region's trade and commerce. One notable figure from this period was Govardhan Vahora, a wealthy merchant who owned several trading vessels and established trade routes across the Arabian Sea.

During the 19th century, the Vahora community began to migrate to other parts of India and the world, seeking new opportunities in trade and business. Prominent individuals from this era include Keshavlal Vahora, a successful businessman and philanthropist who established several educational institutions in Gujarat.

Throughout history, the surname "VAHORA" has been associated with individuals and families involved in trade, commerce, and entrepreneurship. While the name may have evolved and been spelled differently in various regions and time periods, its origins can be traced back to the vibrant trading communities of ancient and medieval India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vahora

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

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

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