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

Karra, 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 Karra surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Karra in America

Karra is the 61899th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Karra surname appeared 324 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 Karra.

We can also compare 2010 data for Karra 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 Karra

The surname KARRA is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, with roots that can be traced back to the ancient Sanskrit language. This name likely derives from the Sanskrit word "kara," which means "hand" or "arm." In ancient times, this word was often used to refer to skilled artisans or craftsmen who worked with their hands.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name KARRA can be found in historical records from the medieval period in the Indian state of Karnataka. During this time, the name was often associated with families involved in various artisanal trades, such as metalworking, pottery, and weaving.

In the 14th century, there are references to a skilled metalworker named Karra Siddappa, who was renowned for his intricate work on temple sculptures and architectural elements in the region of present-day Karnataka. His creations can still be seen adorning several ancient temples and monuments in the area.

As trade and migration patterns evolved, the name KARRA began to spread beyond its initial geographic origins. By the 16th century, individuals bearing this surname could be found in various parts of South India, as well as in neighboring regions like Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

One notable figure from this period was Karra Bhupati, a celebrated poet and scholar from the Vijayanagara Empire, who lived between 1510 and 1585. His works, which explored themes of philosophy, religion, and love, are considered seminal contributions to Telugu literature.

In the 17th century, the name KARRA gained prominence in the princely state of Mysore, where a family of hereditary ministers and advisors held significant influence at the royal court. The most renowned among them was Karra Krishnappa Nayaka, who served as the prime minister to the Maharaja of Mysore from 1638 to 1659.

As waves of migration continued, the KARRA surname eventually found its way to other parts of the world, including Southeast Asia, Europe, and even North America. However, its roots remain firmly embedded in the rich cultural heritage of the Indian subcontinent, where it has been borne by numerous skilled artisans, scholars, and influential figures throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Karra

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

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

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