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

Dalu, 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 Dalu surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dalu in America

Dalu is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dalu surname appeared 100 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 Dalu.

The history of the last name Dalu

The surname DALU originated in India, with records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "dalu," meaning "split" or "divided," potentially referring to a branch of a family or clan.

One of the earliest known references to the DALU surname can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This record mentions a village called "Dalupur" in the present-day state of Uttar Pradesh, suggesting the presence of people bearing the DALU surname in that region.

During the Mughal era, the DALU name was associated with various professions, including landowners, traders, and administrators. Some notable figures from this period include Malik Dalu Khan, a courtier in the court of Emperor Jahangir (1605-1627), and Rai Dalu Singh, a landowner and local chieftain in the 17th century.

As the DALU family spread across India, different variations of the name emerged, such as Dallu, Dalvi, and Dalvi-Dalu. In the 18th century, records indicate that a branch of the DALU family settled in the Maratha region of present-day Maharashtra, where they held influential positions in the Maratha Empire.

One prominent member of the DALU family from this era was Sardar Dalu Pant Hingnekar (1730-1790), a famous military commander who served under the Maratha leader Shahu II. His bravery and strategic acumen earned him the title "Sher-e-Maratha" (Lion of the Marathas).

Another notable figure was Rao Dalu Pant Phadke (1795-1863), a prominent social reformer and educationist from Maharashtra. He established several schools and worked tirelessly to promote education, particularly among women and underprivileged communities.

In the 19th century, the DALU surname gained recognition in the field of literature. Govind Dalu Lohokare (1845-1905) was a celebrated Marathi poet and playwright, known for his works that explored social themes and challenged traditional norms.

As the DALU family dispersed across different regions of India, they contributed to various fields, including politics, business, and academia. Despite their widespread presence, the surname retains its connection to its Indian roots and the historical legacy of its earliest bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dalu

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

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

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