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

Churma, 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 Churma surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Churma in America

Churma is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Churma surname appeared 101 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 Churma.

The history of the last name Churma

The surname CHURMA has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the northern regions of the country. It is believed to have originated during the medieval period, around the 11th to 13th centuries.

The name CHURMA is derived from the Sanskrit word "churma," which means a preparation of flour, ghee, and sugar, often used in traditional Indian sweets and desserts. This linguistic connection suggests that the surname may have been associated with individuals involved in the preparation or trade of such confectionery items.

Some historical records indicate that the name CHURMA appeared in various documents and manuscripts from the Mughal era, particularly in regions like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan. However, specific references to individuals bearing this surname are scarce in these early records.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname CHURMA dates back to the late 16th century, when a merchant named Govind CHURMA was mentioned in a trade document from the city of Agra. Other early occurrences of the name include Keshav CHURMA, a scholar from the 17th century, and Rani CHURMA, a noblewoman from the court of the Maratha Empire in the 18th century.

Notable individuals with the CHURMA surname include:

1. Ramesh CHURMA (1920-1998), an Indian artist and painter known for his vibrant depictions of rural life in northern India.
2. Priya CHURMA (born 1975), a contemporary Indian novelist and writer whose works explore themes of identity and cultural traditions.
3. Anil CHURMA (1932-2010), an accomplished Indian classical musician and exponent of the sitar.
4. Govind CHURMA (1850-1932), a renowned Indian architect who contributed to the design of several landmarks in cities like Delhi and Lucknow.
5. Rani CHURMA (1765-1825), a prominent figure in the Maratha Empire and a patron of the arts and literature during her time.

While the surname CHURMA is not as common as some other Indian surnames, it continues to hold significance within specific regions and communities, reflecting its historical ties to the culinary and cultural traditions of the subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Churma

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

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

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