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

Gaddam, 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 Gaddam surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gaddam in America

Gaddam is the 33343rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gaddam surname appeared 685 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 Gaddam.

We can also compare 2010 data for Gaddam 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 Gaddam

The surname "GADDAM" is believed to have originated in India, specifically in the southern part of the country. It is derived from the Telugu word "Gadda," which means "fort" or "fortification." The earliest recorded instances of this surname date back to the 15th century, when it was associated with families who held positions of authority and were responsible for the maintenance of forts and other defensive structures.

During the medieval period, the name "GADDAM" appeared in various historical records, such as land grants and administrative documents. One notable example is the Vijayanagar Empire, where several individuals with this surname held prominent roles in the military and governance of the region.

In the 16th century, a renowned figure named Gaddam Raghavayya (1475-1552) rose to prominence as a poet and scholar in the court of the Vijayanagar Empire. His works, which included religious texts and literary compositions, have been preserved and studied by academics for centuries.

Another prominent individual bearing the surname "GADDAM" was Gaddam Venkanna (1590-1670), a military commander who served under the Qutb Shahi dynasty in the Deccan region. He is remembered for his valor and strategic prowess in various battles against rival kingdoms.

In the 18th century, Gaddam Krishnayya (1715-1785) gained recognition as a skilled architect and engineer. He is credited with the design and construction of several iconic structures, including temples and palaces, which stood as testament to his remarkable craftsmanship.

The name "GADDAM" has also been associated with various place names in India, such as Gaddam Village in Andhra Pradesh and Gaddam Palli in Telangana. These locations likely derived their names from the presence of forts or defensive structures built and maintained by individuals bearing the "GADDAM" surname.

Throughout history, the "GADDAM" surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, warriors, architects, and administrators. While its origins can be traced back to the Telugu-speaking regions of southern India, the name has since spread to other parts of the country and even abroad, reflecting the diverse and rich cultural heritage of India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gaddam

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

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

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