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

Dossa, 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 Dossa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dossa in America

Dossa is the 74375th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dossa surname appeared 260 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 Dossa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dossa 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 Dossa

The surname DOSSA has its origins in India, specifically in the western state of Gujarat. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.

The name DOSSA is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "dursha," which means "difficult to see" or "elusive." This could suggest that the earliest bearers of this name may have been skilled archers, hunters, or warriors known for their stealth and elusiveness on the battlefield or in the wilderness.

Some historical records indicate that the name DOSSA was initially associated with certain communities or castes in Gujarat, such as the Rajput warrior clans or the Brahmin priestly class. However, over time, it became more widely adopted across various social strata.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Dossa Bhonsle (c. 1530-1600) was a military commander and chieftain who served under the Maratha emperor Shivaji. He played a significant role in the expansion of the Maratha Empire and is mentioned in several historical accounts of that period.

Another prominent individual with the surname DOSSA was Dosibai Dossa (c. 1650-1720), a revered saint and spiritual leader from Gujarat. She is revered for her devotional poetry and teachings, which focused on promoting harmony and social reform.

During the 19th century, Jamshedji Dossa (1826-1892) was a prominent businessman and philanthropist from the Parsi community in Bombay (now Mumbai). He made significant contributions to education and social welfare initiatives in the city.

In the early 20th century, Sorabji Dossa (1884-1956) was a renowned Indian lawyer and jurist who served as a judge in the Bombay High Court. He was known for his expertise in commercial law and played a crucial role in shaping legal precedents in British India.

Another notable figure with the surname DOSSA was Ardeshir Dossa (1908-1992), a celebrated Indian architect who was instrumental in designing several iconic buildings and landmarks in Mumbai, including the Reserve Bank of India headquarters and the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.

While the surname DOSSA has its roots in Gujarat, it has since spread to other parts of India and beyond, carried by individuals and families who have migrated or established themselves in various regions over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dossa

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

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

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