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

Boral, 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 Boral surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Boral in America

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

The Boral 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 Boral.

The history of the last name Boral

The surname BORAL is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the region of Bengal, which is now divided between the modern-day countries of India and Bangladesh. The name's roots can be traced back to the Sanskrit word "borāl," which means "large" or "great."

In the early medieval period, the name BORAL was frequently found among the Brahmin community of Bengal, who were renowned for their scholarly and intellectual pursuits. It is possible that the name was initially adopted as a descriptive title, denoting the bearers' intellectual prowess or their influential status within the community.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the BORAL surname can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This text mentions a learned Brahmin scholar named Raghunath BORAL, who served as a court advisor and tutor to the imperial family.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the BORAL name gained prominence in the region of Bengal, with several notable individuals bearing this surname. One such figure was Ramkrishna BORAL (1725-1798), a renowned philosopher and poet who contributed significantly to the literary and intellectual landscape of his time.

In the 19th century, the BORAL surname began to spread beyond the borders of Bengal, as members of the community migrated to other parts of the Indian subcontinent and the world. Rabindranath BORAL (1861-1941), a pioneering educator and social reformer, established several schools and educational institutions in Bengal, making a lasting impact on the region's educational system.

Another notable BORAL was Kshitish Chandra BORAL (1879-1953), a distinguished lawyer and judge who served as the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court and played a crucial role in shaping the legal system of British India.

As the BORAL community continued to flourish and expand, the name gained recognition across various fields. Jyoti BORAL (1924-2008), a celebrated artist and sculptor, was renowned for her innovative techniques and contributions to the world of modern art.

Throughout its history, the BORAL surname has been associated with intellectual pursuits, scholarly achievements, and a dedication to education and social reform. While its origins can be traced back to ancient Sanskrit roots, the name has transcended geographical boundaries and continues to hold significance in various parts of the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Boral

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

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

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