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

Chintapalli, 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 Chintapalli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Chintapalli in America

Chintapalli is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Chintapalli surname appeared 126 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 Chintapalli.

The history of the last name Chintapalli

The surname CHINTAPALLI has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the southern region of Andhra Pradesh. It is derived from the Telugu language, which is widely spoken in this part of India. The name itself is a combination of two words, "Chinta" meaning "tamarind" and "Palli" meaning "village" or "settlement".

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be traced back to the 14th century, during the Vijayanagara Empire. It is believed that the name was initially associated with individuals or families who resided in or hailed from a village known for its tamarind cultivation or trade. This connection to agricultural produce and rural settlements reflects the agrarian roots of many surnames in India.

In the 16th century, a reference to the name CHINTAPALLI appears in the records of the Nayak dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. The name is mentioned in connection with a skilled artisan or craftsman who was commissioned to work on a notable architectural project during that era.

During the 18th century, a prominent figure bearing the surname CHINTAPALLI was Chintapalli Venkataramayya (1720-1790), a renowned scholar and poet who made significant contributions to Telugu literature. His works, including poetic compositions and translations, were widely acclaimed and influential in shaping the literary landscape of the region.

Another notable individual with this surname was Chintapalli Venkata Subrahmanya Sastri (1840-1910), a distinguished educator and social reformer. He played a pivotal role in establishing educational institutions and advocating for the upliftment of marginalized communities in Andhra Pradesh during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In the 20th century, Chintapalli Ramakrishna Rao (1915-1985) was a prominent industrialist and philanthropist. He founded several successful businesses and was widely recognized for his contributions to the economic development of Andhra Pradesh, as well as his philanthropic endeavors in the fields of education and healthcare.

The surname CHINTAPALLI continues to be prevalent in various regions of Andhra Pradesh and among the Telugu-speaking diaspora around the world. While it may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over time, its roots can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage and linguistic traditions of southern India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Chintapalli

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

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

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