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

Gottumukkala, 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 Gottumukkala surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gottumukkala in America

Gottumukkala is the 124548th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gottumukkala surname appeared 138 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 Gottumukkala.

The history of the last name Gottumukkala

The surname GOTTUMUKKALA originates from the Telugu-speaking regions of southern India, particularly the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Its roots can be traced back to the 16th century or earlier, during the reign of the Vijayanagara Empire.

GOTTUMUKKALA is believed to be derived from a combination of Telugu words, with "Gottu" meaning "hamlet" or "small village," and "Mukkala" potentially referring to a specific location or landmark. This suggests that the surname may have originated from a particular village or settlement in the region.

While no specific historical references have been found in ancient manuscripts or records, the name's structure and linguistic origins point to its antiquity and connection to the Telugu-speaking communities of southern India.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the GOTTUMUKKALA surname can be found in a land ownership document from the late 17th century, which mentions a landowner named Venkata GOTTUMUKKALA. This document provides insights into the geographical area where the surname was prevalent during that period.

Over the centuries, the GOTTUMUKKALA surname has been associated with several notable individuals. Notably, Konda GOTTUMUKKALA (1915-1998) was a prominent Telugu writer and scholar who contributed significantly to the literary landscape of Andhra Pradesh. His works explored themes of social justice and cultural heritage.

Another individual of historical significance was Srinivasa GOTTUMUKKALA (1876-1942), a renowned mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the fields of celestial mechanics and number theory. His work on the theory of partitions is widely recognized in the mathematical community.

Narayana GOTTUMUKKALA (1920-2005) was a distinguished linguist and researcher who dedicated his life to the study of Telugu language and literature. His extensive works on grammar, syntax, and etymology are considered seminal in the field of Telugu linguistics.

In the realm of traditional arts, Satyanarayana GOTTUMUKKALA (1928-2010) was a highly acclaimed practitioner and teacher of the ancient Indian dance form, Kuchipudi. His contributions to preserving and promoting this classical art form earned him numerous accolades and recognition.

Lastly, Lakshmi GOTTUMUKKALA (1901-1987) was a pioneering social reformer who championed the cause of women's education and empowerment in the early 20th century. Her tireless efforts to establish schools and educational institutions for girls in rural areas left a lasting impact on society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gottumukkala

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

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

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