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

Kaler, 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 Kaler surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kaler in America

Kaler is the 11560th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kaler surname appeared 2,719 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Kaler.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kaler 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 Kaler

The surname Kaler has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of the country. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Kalara," which means "maker of arts and crafts" or "artisan." The name is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century.

The earliest known references to the name Kaler can be found in ancient Hindu texts and manuscripts, where individuals belonging to the artisan caste were often identified by their surname. It is also mentioned in various historical records, such as land grants and tax records, from the medieval period in regions like Punjab and Uttar Pradesh.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kaler dates back to the 14th century, when a prominent artisan named Kaler Singh was mentioned in a manuscript from the Mughal Empire. He was renowned for his intricate metalwork and was commissioned by the royal court to create ornate jewelry and decorative items.

In the 16th century, a famous calligrapher and poet named Kaler Khan gained recognition for his exquisite calligraphic works and poetic compositions. His works were highly sought after by the Mughal emperors and have been preserved in various libraries and museums.

During the 18th century, a renowned painter named Kaler Ram emerged from the city of Lahore (now in Pakistan). His vibrant and detailed paintings depicting scenes from Hindu mythology and court life have been exhibited in various galleries and museums around the world.

Another notable figure with the surname Kaler was Kaler Bhai, a warrior and freedom fighter who played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement against British rule in the 19th century. He was known for his bravery and leadership in organizing resistance against the colonial authorities.

In the early 20th century, Kaler Nath was a prominent educator and social reformer who dedicated his life to promoting education and advocating for the rights of the underprivileged communities in India. His efforts in establishing schools and educational institutions have left a lasting impact on the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kaler

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

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

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