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

Dongre, 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 Dongre surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dongre in America

Dongre is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dongre surname appeared 128 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 Dongre.

The history of the last name Dongre

The surname Dongre has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the western region of Maharashtra. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 13th or 14th century. The name is derived from the Marathi word "dongar," which means "hill" or "mountain."

Historically, surnames in this region were often based on geographical features, occupations, or personal characteristics. In the case of Dongre, it likely referred to individuals who lived in or near hilly or mountainous areas. The name may have been used to distinguish families or clans residing in such locations from those residing in plains or valleys.

While there are no known historical references to the name Dongre in ancient manuscripts or records, it is possible that it appeared in local village records or land ownership documents from the medieval period. However, such records were often poorly preserved or lost over time.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Dongre can be traced back to the 16th century. A prominent figure bearing this surname was Baji Prabhu Deshpande Dongre, a military commander who served under the Maratha ruler Shivaji Maharaj in the 17th century. He played a crucial role in several battles against the Mughal Empire.

Another notable individual with the surname Dongre was Vinayak Damodar Dongre, a social reformer and educationist who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He was instrumental in establishing educational institutions for women and promoting the education of underprivileged communities.

In the 20th century, Sadashiv Dongre gained recognition as a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. He actively participated in the non-violent resistance against British rule and was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi.

Govind Dongre, born in 1923, was a renowned Indian classical musician who specialized in the Khyal vocal tradition. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors, for his contributions to music.

Lastly, Vasant Dongre, born in 1942, was a renowned Indian writer and journalist. He was known for his contributions to Marathi literature and his work in promoting social causes and human rights.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals with the surname Dongre throughout history. The name has maintained its presence in various parts of Maharashtra and other regions of India, reflecting its deep-rooted origins and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dongre

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

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

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