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

Varajas, 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 Varajas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Varajas in America

Varajas is the 62903rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Varajas surname appeared 318 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 Varajas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Varajas 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 Varajas

The surname VARAJAS has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region of Punjab, dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "varaja," which means "one who is skilled at wielding weapons." This suggests that the name may have been associated with warriors or those skilled in martial arts.

In ancient Indian texts and records, variations of the name, such as "Varaja" and "Varajah," can be found. These early references indicate that the name was present in the region during the medieval period. However, it is difficult to pinpoint the exact origin or the earliest recorded instances due to the scarcity of surviving records from that era.

One notable historical figure with the surname VARAJAS was Sukhdev Singh Varajas, a prominent Sikh warrior who lived in the late 17th century. He was known for his bravery and loyalty to Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru. Sukhdev Singh Varajas played a significant role in various battles and is revered as a martyr in Sikh history.

Another individual worth mentioning is Ranjit Singh Varajas (1780-1839), a general in the army of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the legendary ruler of the Sikh Empire. Ranjit Singh Varajas was renowned for his military prowess and contributed to the expansion and consolidation of the Sikh Empire during the early 19th century.

In the realm of literature, the name VARAJAS is associated with Gurdas Varajas (1551-1636), a renowned Sikh scholar and poet. His literary works, particularly the Varan Bhai Gurdas, are revered in the Sikh tradition and provide valuable insights into the teachings and history of Sikhism.

Historically, the surname VARAJAS has also been linked to certain regions in Punjab, such as the districts of Amritsar, Gurdaspur, and Hoshiarpur. These areas were known for their martial traditions and may have been home to families bearing the VARAJAS surname.

Another notable figure with this surname was Harnam Singh Varajas (1904-1988), a prominent freedom fighter and activist in the Indian independence movement. He was involved in the Ghadar Party, a revolutionary organization that played a significant role in the struggle against British colonial rule.

While the surname VARAJAS is not as common today, it continues to hold historical significance and reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Punjab region and the Sikh community.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Varajas

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

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

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