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

Zaver, 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 Zaver surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zaver in America

Zaver is the 134712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zaver surname appeared 125 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 Zaver.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zaver 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 Zaver

The surname Zaver has its origins rooted in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the western region of Gujarat. Dating back to ancient times, this region has a rich history of trade and commerce, and surnames often reflected the occupations, locations, or significant aspects of the family lineage. The name Zaver is believed to be derived from the Gujarati word 'Zaveri', which means jeweler. This suggests that the original bearers of the surname were likely involved in the jewelry trade, a significant and respected profession in historical Indian society.

The Gujarati term 'Zaveri' itself is influenced by the Persian 'Zar', which means gold. During the medieval period, the Persian influence on Indian languages and culture was considerable, particularly in the trade and artisan communities in Gujarat. Thus, Zaver likely evolved over time from its Persian roots through the adaptation to the local language and pronunciation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Zaver can be found in regional manuscripts from the early 16th century, as Gujarat was a thriving trade hub during this period. The name appears in various trading records and family histories, indicating the prominence of these families in local commerce.

An example can be noted with Mohandas Zaver, an influential trader and community leader in the 17th century, born in 1622 in the region of Surat. Another prominent figure, Dina Nath Zaver, born in 1785, played a significant role in the local politics of Ahmedabad, highlighting the influential positions held by bearers of this surname.

Moving into more modern historic records, in the late 19th century, Jamnadas Karsanbhai Zaver, born in 1867, was a notable figure in the Indian independence movement from Gujarat, illustrating the transition of the surname bearers into more diverse roles beyond their traditional trade origins.

A notable contribution to academia can be noted with Dr. Shirin Zaver, born in 1905, who was among the first women from Gujarat to receive a higher education degree, breaking societal norms and contributing significantly to the field of education and women's rights.

Lastly, Sunil Zaver, born in 1950, is a distinguished industrialist known for his contributions to the diamond trade, reinforcing the historical association of the Zaver surname with the trade and commerce sector, particularly in precious stones and metals.

The history of the surname Zaver is thus intertwined with the rich cultural and economic tapestry of Gujarat, reflecting a legacy of trade, influence, and evolving roles within society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zaver

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

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

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