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

Bellamkonda, 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 Bellamkonda surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bellamkonda in America

Bellamkonda is the 107134th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bellamkonda surname appeared 166 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 Bellamkonda.

The history of the last name Bellamkonda

The surname BELLAMKONDA is of Indian origin, with its roots tracing back to the 14th century in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh. The name is derived from the Telugu language, with "Bellam" meaning "silver" and "Konda" referring to a small hill or mound. It is believed that the surname originated from a village or settlement located on a small silver hill or near a silver mine.

Historically, the BELLAMKONDA surname was prominent among the Niyogi Brahmin community, who were known for their expertise in astrology, astronomy, and religious ceremonies. Early records from the Vijayanagar Empire, which ruled over parts of southern India between the 14th and 17th centuries, mention individuals with the BELLAMKONDA surname serving as advisors and scholars in the royal court.

One of the earliest documented references to the BELLAMKONDA name can be found in the Mackenzie Manuscripts, a collection of historical records compiled by Colonel Colin Mackenzie in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. These manuscripts mention a renowned astrologer named Venkata Subrahmanya BELLAMKONDA, who lived during the reign of the Vijayanagar Empire in the 16th century.

In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the BELLAMKONDA surname was Lakshmana BELLAMKONDA, a scholar and poet who authored several works in Telugu literature. His most famous work, "Ramayana Kalpavruksham," is a poetic retelling of the Hindu epic Ramayana.

During the 18th century, Venkatarama BELLAMKONDA, a prominent astronomer and mathematician, made significant contributions to the field of celestial calculations. His works on planetary motions and eclipse predictions were widely recognized and studied by scholars of the time.

In more recent history, Narayana BELLAMKONDA (1926-2008) was a renowned Telugu writer and playwright, known for his contributions to modern Telugu literature. His plays and short stories explored social issues and captured the essence of rural life in Andhra Pradesh.

Throughout its history, the BELLAMKONDA surname has been associated with scholarly pursuits, particularly in the fields of astrology, astronomy, literature, and religious studies. While the name's origins can be traced back to a specific region in southern India, individuals bearing this surname have made significant contributions across various disciplines and have left a lasting impact on Indian culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bellamkonda

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

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

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