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

Allu, 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 Allu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Allu in America

Allu is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Allu surname appeared 112 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 Allu.

The history of the last name Allu

The surname ALLU is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the southern regions of present-day India and Sri Lanka. The name is thought to be derived from the Tamil word "allu," which means "ginger" or "turmeric root," suggesting a possible occupational or descriptive origin for individuals involved in the cultivation or trade of these spices.

One of the earliest known records of the ALLU surname can be found in ancient Tamil inscriptions dating back to the 7th century CE. These inscriptions were often carved onto temple walls or stone pillars, documenting important events, transactions, and genealogies of influential families during that era.

In the 14th century, the ALLU surname appears in the historical records of the Vijayanagar Empire, a powerful Hindu kingdom that ruled over large parts of southern India. The name is associated with several prominent figures from this period, including the renowned military commander Allurrukkamalla Udayar (1346-1379), who played a crucial role in the empire's expansion.

Another notable individual bearing the ALLU surname was the 16th-century poet and scholar Allu Venkata Kavi (1520-1590), who contributed significantly to the Telugu literary tradition. His works, including the epic poem "Ramayanamu," have become cherished classics in Telugu literature.

During the 18th century, the ALLU name can be traced to the princely state of Travancore (present-day Kerala) in southern India. One prominent figure from this period was Allu Arumaikka Pillai (1718-1792), a celebrated scholar and philosopher who authored several influential works on Hindu theology and ethics.

In more recent history, the ALLU surname has gained prominence in the Indian film industry, particularly in the Telugu-language cinema of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. One of the most famous individuals with this surname is Allu Arjun (born 1982), a popular actor and filmmaker who has starred in numerous successful movies and has a massive following among Telugu audiences.

While the ALLU surname is primarily associated with the southern regions of India, it has since spread to other parts of the country and beyond, as individuals and families have migrated and settled in different areas over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Allu

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

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 Allu 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.

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

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