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

Kalo, 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 Kalo surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kalo in America

Kalo is the 76533rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kalo surname appeared 251 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 Kalo.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kalo 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 Kalo

The surname Kalo is believed to have originated in India, with roots dating back to the ancient Sanskrit language. The name itself is derived from the Sanskrit word "kala," which means "black" or "dark." This suggests that the surname may have been initially associated with individuals who had a darker complexion or perhaps even related to their occupation or geographical location.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Kalo can be found in the ancient Hindu texts known as the Vedas, which date back to around 1500 BCE. These texts mention individuals bearing the name, indicating its existence during the Vedic period of Indian history.

As the name spread across the Indian subcontinent, it evolved and took on various spellings and variations, such as Kalu, Kaloo, and Kalloo. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and linguistic differences within the diverse regions of India.

During the medieval period, the Kalo surname was particularly prevalent in the northern regions of India, including present-day states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan. Historical records from this time period, such as local land registers and tax records, contain references to individuals with this surname.

One notable figure bearing the Kalo surname was Kalo Devi, a 16th-century Indian poet and mystic from the state of Rajasthan. Her poetic works, which explored themes of spirituality and devotion, are still celebrated today and have been influential in the region's literary traditions.

Another prominent individual was Raja Kalo Singh, a powerful ruler in the 17th century who governed a princely state in what is now the state of Madhya Pradesh. His reign was marked by significant territorial expansions and the construction of several architectural marvels, including the Kalo Garh Fort.

In the 19th century, Kalo Nath, a renowned scholar and reformer from the state of Uttar Pradesh, made significant contributions to the field of education and social reform. His efforts towards promoting literacy and advocating for the upliftment of marginalized communities earned him widespread recognition.

Kalo Ram, a freedom fighter from the Indian independence movement of the early 20th century, played a crucial role in the non-violent resistance against British colonial rule. His acts of civil disobedience and participation in various protests alongside notable leaders like Mahatma Gandhi have secured his place in the annals of Indian history.

In more recent times, Kalo Hingorani, a renowned lawyer and human rights activist from the state of Maharashtra, gained recognition for her tireless efforts in advocating for civil liberties and justice for the underprivileged sections of society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kalo

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

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

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