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

Guda, 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 Guda surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Guda in America

Guda is the 77264th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Guda surname appeared 248 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 Guda.

We can also compare 2010 data for Guda 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 Guda

The surname GUDA is believed to have originated in the northern regions of India, particularly in the states of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. Its roots can be traced back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Mughal Empire.

One of the earliest known references to the name GUDA can be found in the historical records of Anandpur Sahib, a city in Punjab, where it was associated with a family of skilled artisans who specialized in metalwork and jewelry-making. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "gupta," meaning "hidden" or "secret," possibly referring to the intricate and hidden details in their craftsmanship.

In the 17th century, the GUDA name gained prominence in the region of Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, where several families bearing this surname held influential positions in local administration and trade. Some historical accounts mention a GUDA family that owned vast tracts of land and played a significant role in the economic and cultural development of the region.

One notable figure from this era was Karam Chand GUDA (1620-1688), a renowned poet and scholar who authored several literary works in the Pahari language. His poetic compositions, especially his love poetry, are still studied and appreciated by scholars and literary enthusiasts.

In the 18th century, the GUDA name spread to other parts of northern India, including present-day Haryana and Uttarakhand. During this period, several GUDA families were known for their military service and bravery in battles against invading forces.

Another prominent individual was Hari Singh GUDA (1745-1823), a skilled warrior and commander who played a crucial role in the defense of the hill regions during the Afghan-Sikh Wars. His valor and leadership were widely recognized, and he was awarded several honors and titles by the ruling Sikh empire.

In the 19th century, the GUDA surname gained recognition in the field of education and social reform. One noteworthy figure was Shyam Lal GUDA (1865-1932), a pioneering educator who established several schools and institutions to promote literacy and empower underprivileged communities in the region.

Throughout its history, the GUDA surname has been associated with various professions, from artisans and warriors to scholars and social reformers, reflecting the diverse contributions of its bearers to the cultural and social fabric of northern India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Guda

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

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

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