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

Hartanto, 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 Hartanto surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hartanto in America

Hartanto is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hartanto surname appeared 117 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 Hartanto.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hartanto 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 Hartanto

The surname Hartanto is of Indonesian origin, tracing its roots back to the 16th century when it first emerged as a surname in the region known as the Malay Archipelago. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "harta," which means "wealth" or "possessions," and the Indonesian suffix "-anto," which denotes a person's name or identity.

The earliest recorded instances of the Hartanto surname can be found in ancient manuscripts and records from the Javanese and Sundanese cultures of Indonesia. These documents often mentioned individuals with this name, indicating their societal status and affluence within their respective communities.

One notable historical reference to the Hartanto name is found in the "Babad Tanah Jawi," an ancient Javanese chronicle dating back to the 17th century. In this text, a prominent figure named Hartanto is described as a wealthy landowner and influential member of the local aristocracy.

During the colonial era in Indonesia, several individuals bearing the Hartanto surname gained recognition for their roles in trade, cultural preservation, and resistance against foreign occupation. One such figure was Raden Hartanto (1825-1892), a wealthy merchant and philanthropist from Surabaya who funded the construction of several mosques and educational institutions in the region.

Another notable Hartanto was Kyai Haji Hartanto (1860-1935), a renowned Islamic scholar and spiritual leader from Central Java. He played a pivotal role in preserving traditional Javanese culture and promoting religious education among the local population.

In the 20th century, the Hartanto surname continued to be associated with influential individuals in various fields. One such example is Soeharso Hartanto (1915-1996), a prominent Indonesian businessman and industrialist who founded several successful companies, including one of the largest automobile manufacturing firms in the country.

Lastly, it is worth mentioning Toeti Heraty Noerhadi-Hartanto (1933-2004), a celebrated Indonesian author and journalist who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of her country. Her novels and short stories explored themes of social justice, feminism, and the complexities of Indonesian society.

While the Hartanto surname may not be as widespread as some other Indonesian surnames, it has a rich history and has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout the centuries, reflecting the diverse cultural and societal fabric of the Indonesian archipelago.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hartanto

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

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

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