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

Dada, 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 Dada surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dada in America

Dada is the 24554th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dada surname appeared 1,018 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 Dada.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dada to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Dada

The surname DADA is of Indian origin, with its roots traced back to the Indian subcontinent during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "dadda," which means "elder brother" or "respected person."

One of the earliest known references to the name DADA can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures, where it was used as an honorific title for respected elders or spiritual leaders. The name gained prominence during the Mughal era in India, particularly among the ruling classes and nobility.

In the 16th century, the name DADA appeared in various historical records and manuscripts, including the Ain-i-Akbari, a detailed administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This document mentioned several individuals with the surname DADA who held influential positions in the Mughal court.

The earliest recorded example of the surname DADA dates back to the 14th century, when a renowned poet and scholar named Amir Khusrau Dada (1253-1325) gained fame for his literary works. He is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of Hindustani classical music and poetry.

Another notable figure with the surname DADA was Hakim Dada Darvesh (1551-1638), a renowned Sufi mystic and spiritual leader from the Indian subcontinent. He was revered for his wisdom and teachings, and his disciples included members of the Mughal royal family.

In the 19th century, Dada Kelepir (1825-1888) was a prominent Indonesian military leader and freedom fighter who played a significant role in the Aceh War against the Dutch colonial forces.

During the 20th century, Dada Dharmadhikari (1904-1986) was a celebrated Indian freedom fighter and social reformer. He actively participated in the Indian independence movement and worked towards uplifting the marginalized communities in society.

Another notable figure with the DADA surname was Dada Mirasdar (1905-1991), a renowned Indian actor and writer who made significant contributions to Marathi cinema and literature.

While the surname DADA has its roots in India, it has since spread to various parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. The name has also been adopted by individuals from different cultural backgrounds, further enriching its historical significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dada

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

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 Dada 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Dada has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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

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