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

Gopalakrishna, 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 Gopalakrishna surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gopalakrishna in America

Gopalakrishna is the 139228th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gopalakrishna surname appeared 120 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 Gopalakrishna.

The history of the last name Gopalakrishna

The surname Gopalakrishna has its origins in India, originating from the Sanskrit words 'Gopala' meaning protector of cows or cowherd and 'Krishna' which refers to the Hindu deity Lord Krishna. This name is commonly found among Hindus, particularly in the southern states of India.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Gopalakrishna can be traced back to the 16th century, when it was mentioned in the Marathi language text 'Eknathi Bhagavat' written by the renowned saint Eknath. This text, which is a commentary on the Hindu scripture Bhagavad Gita, references a character named Gopalakrishna.

In the 18th century, the name Gopalakrishna gained prominence with the birth of Gopalakrishna Bharati, a renowned Indian philosopher and spiritual leader. He is credited with reviving the Vedanta philosophy and establishing several educational institutions across India.

Another notable figure with the surname Gopalakrishna was Gopalakrishna Adiga, a prominent lawyer and social reformer from the erstwhile Madras Presidency. Born in 1852, he played a significant role in advocating for the rights of the underprivileged and was actively involved in the Indian independence movement.

The name Gopalakrishna has also been associated with various literary figures. Gopalakrishna Bhatta, a 17th-century Sanskrit scholar and poet, authored several works on grammar and poetics. Gopalakrishna Parvatikar, born in the 19th century, was a celebrated Marathi poet and playwright known for his contributions to the Marathi literary scene.

In the field of music, Gopalakrishna Iyer, a renowned Carnatic musician and composer from the late 19th century, left a lasting impact on the South Indian classical music tradition. His compositions, particularly in the Kriti form, are widely performed and revered by musicians and connoisseurs alike.

It is important to note that while the surname Gopalakrishna has its roots in Hindu tradition and culture, it has transcended religious boundaries and is now found among people of diverse backgrounds and beliefs across India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gopalakrishna

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

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

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