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

Kalaria, 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 Kalaria surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kalaria in America

Kalaria is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kalaria surname appeared 173 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 Kalaria.

The history of the last name Kalaria

The surname Kalaria is believed to have originated in India, specifically in the state of Gujarat. The name likely dates back to the medieval period, around the 12th to 15th centuries.

Kalaria is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "kalari," which refers to a traditional training ground or gymnasium for the practice of martial arts, particularly the Indian martial art form known as Kalaripayattu. This martial art has its roots in the southern regions of India, particularly Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

Early records of the name Kalaria can be found in historical texts and manuscripts from the region, indicating its use as a surname or family name. It is possible that the name was initially associated with individuals or families who were practitioners or teachers of Kalaripayattu.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kalaria can be found in a 14th-century manuscript from the Vijayanagar Empire, which mentions a warrior named Govinda Kalaria. This document highlights his skills in Kalaripayattu and his role in the royal court.

Another notable individual bearing the surname Kalaria was Shivaji Kalaria, a 16th-century military commander who served under the Maratha ruler Shivaji Maharaj. He was renowned for his expertise in martial arts and his leadership in battles against the Mughal Empire.

In the 18th century, the name Kalaria appeared in records from the princely state of Kutch, where several members of the Kalaria family held influential positions in the court and administration.

One of the most famous individuals with the surname Kalaria was Ranchhod Kalaria, a 19th-century scholar and author from Gujarat. He wrote extensively on various subjects, including philosophy, literature, and the history of Gujarat.

Another notable figure was Jamnadas Kalaria, a 19th-century social reformer and educationist who played a significant role in promoting education and advocating for social change in Gujarat.

Over time, the surname Kalaria spread beyond its original region, and individuals with this name can be found in various parts of India and even in other countries where Indian diaspora communities have settled.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kalaria

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

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

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