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

Cheruku, 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 Cheruku surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cheruku in America

Cheruku is the 124548th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cheruku surname appeared 138 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 Cheruku.

The history of the last name Cheruku

The surname CHERUKU has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, likely originating in the southern Indian states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It is derived from the Telugu language, one of the major Dravidian languages spoken in this region.

The name CHERUKU is believed to be a variant or alternate spelling of the word "Cheruku," which means "flag" or "banner" in Telugu. This suggests that the surname may have been associated with individuals or families who were involved in activities related to flags, such as flag-makers, flag-bearers, or those responsible for carrying banners during processions or ceremonies.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name CHERUKU can be found in historical documents dating back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Vijayanagara Empire in the Deccan region. Records from this period mention individuals with this surname serving in various capacities, including as administrators, scribes, and soldiers.

In the 18th century, the name CHERUKU appears in records of the Nizam Shahi dynasty, which ruled the Hyderabad region. Notable individuals from this time period include Cheruku Venkata Ramana (1720-1785), a renowned scholar and poet who authored several works in Telugu literature.

During the 19th century, the CHERUKU surname gained prominence in the region of Rayalaseema, which spans parts of modern-day Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. One notable figure from this era was Cheruku Venkateswara Rao (1848-1912), a social reformer and educator who played a significant role in promoting education and women's empowerment.

Another prominent individual bearing the CHERUKU surname was Cheruku Hanumantha Rao (1870-1945), a freedom fighter and journalist who actively participated in the Indian independence movement. He founded the newspaper "Desabhakta" and was imprisoned several times for his nationalist activities.

In the 20th century, the CHERUKU surname continued to be associated with various fields, including politics, academia, and the arts. Cheruku Lakshminarayana Rao (1920-1996) was a respected linguist and scholar who made significant contributions to the study of Telugu language and literature.

While the CHERUKU surname has its roots in the southern Indian states, individuals with this name have since spread to other parts of India and beyond, carrying with them the rich cultural heritage and historical significance of their ancestral name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cheruku

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

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

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