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

Dsa, 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 Dsa surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Dsa in America

Dsa is the 85659th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Dsa surname appeared 218 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 Dsa.

We can also compare 2010 data for Dsa 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 Dsa

The surname DSA has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, originating in the 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the Sanskrit word "dasha," which means "ten" or "tenth." This could suggest that the name may have been given to the tenth son in a family or someone who held a position related to the number ten.

The earliest known records of the name DSA can be traced back to ancient Hindu scriptures and texts from the medieval period. In the 15th century, a renowned scholar and poet named Dsa Goswami wrote extensively on Hindu philosophy and spirituality, contributing to the literary heritage of the region.

During the Mughal Empire, which ruled over large parts of the Indian subcontinent from the 16th to the 19th century, the name DSA gained prominence. Historical records from this era mention several individuals bearing this surname, including Dsa Khan, a military commander who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Dsa Naik emerged as a prominent leader in the Maratha Empire. He played a crucial role in several battles against the British East India Company, contributing to the struggle for independence.

As the Indian subcontinent underwent various cultural and political changes, the surname DSA spread across different regions. In the 19th century, a poet and scholar named Dsa Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay was born in Bengal. He is celebrated for his literary works, including the iconic novel "Anandamath," which played a significant role in the Indian independence movement.

Another prominent individual with the surname DSA was Dsa Raghu Vinayak, a social reformer and educationist born in Maharashtra in the late 19th century. He dedicated his life to promoting education and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities.

While the surname DSA has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its historical roots and significance remain deeply rooted in the rich cultural tapestry of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Dsa

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

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

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