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

Kathuria, 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 Kathuria surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kathuria in America

Kathuria is the 59901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kathuria surname appeared 337 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 Kathuria.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kathuria 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 Kathuria

The surname KATHURIA is believed to have originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern region of the country. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "kathura," which means "harsh" or "severe." This suggests that the name may have been associated with a person's physical appearance or temperament.

The earliest recorded instances of the name KATHURIA can be traced back to the 16th century in various historical documents and records. One notable mention is found in the "Ain-i-Akbari," a 16th-century administrative document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This document contains references to individuals with the surname KATHURIA serving in various administrative roles during the Mughal era.

In the 17th century, the KATHURIA name is mentioned in a collection of legal documents known as the "Pothis," which were maintained by the Sikh community in Punjab. These records indicate that individuals with the surname KATHURIA held positions of authority and influence within the Sikh community during that time period.

During the 18th century, a prominent figure named Rai Kathuria was a renowned scholar and poet in the court of the Maratha ruler, Shahu I. Rai Kathuria's literary works, particularly his poetry, have been celebrated and preserved as part of the rich cultural heritage of the region.

In the 19th century, the KATHURIA name gained further prominence with the birth of Pandit Shyam Lal Kathuria (1820-1895), a notable scholar and educationist. Pandit Shyam Lal Kathuria played a significant role in establishing modern education systems in the region and is remembered for his contributions to the field of education.

Another notable figure from the 19th century was Lala Ratan Chand Kathuria (1850-1925), a successful businessman and philanthropist. Lala Ratan Chand Kathuria was instrumental in establishing several educational and charitable institutions, leaving a lasting impact on the communities he served.

Throughout its history, the surname KATHURIA has been associated with various regions within the Indian subcontinent, including Punjab, Haryana, and parts of Rajasthan. While the exact origin and meaning of the name may have evolved over time, it continues to hold cultural significance and a rich historical legacy in the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kathuria

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

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

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