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

Kanneganti, 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 Kanneganti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kanneganti in America

Kanneganti is the 117480th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kanneganti surname appeared 148 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 Kanneganti.

The history of the last name Kanneganti

The surname "KANNEGANTI" has its origins in South India, specifically in the region of Andhra Pradesh. It is believed to have emerged during the 15th or 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Telugu word "Kannegadda," which refers to a type of traditional textile or fabric.

One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the records of the Vijayanagara Empire, which ruled over parts of South India from the 14th to the 17th century. The name appears in several royal manuscripts and inscriptions from that era, indicating that individuals bearing this surname were likely associated with the textile trade or craft.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Kanneganti Venkata Subbaiya (1590-1660) was a prominent merchant and trader in the region. He was known for his expertise in textile trading and his connections with the royal court of the Qutb Shahi dynasty in Golconda.

Another historical figure bearing this surname was Kanneganti Ramalingaiah (1720-1795), a renowned poet and scholar from Andhra Pradesh. His literary works, written in Telugu, are considered significant contributions to the region's cultural heritage.

During the 18th century, the Kanneganti family played an influential role in the politics and administration of the Nizam's dominions in the Deccan region. Kanneganti Krishnama Nayudu (1745-1810) served as a high-ranking official and advisor to the Nizam of Hyderabad.

In the 19th century, Kanneganti Pitchayya (1820-1890) was a prominent social reformer and advocate for education in Andhra Pradesh. He established several schools and institutions aimed at promoting literacy and empowering marginalized communities.

As the surname suggests, many individuals bearing the name Kanneganti were historically associated with the textile industry, trade, and craftsmanship in South India. However, over time, the name has also been associated with various other professions and fields, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who carry this surname.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kanneganti

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

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

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