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

Kaval, 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 Kaval surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kaval in America

Kaval is the 110825th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kaval surname appeared 159 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 Kaval.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kaval 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 Kaval

The surname "KAVAL" is believed to have originated in India, particularly in the northern regions. It can be traced back to the Sanskrit word "kalāva," which means "poet" or "storyteller." The name is thought to have been adopted by families whose ancestors were skilled in the art of oral storytelling and poetry recitation.

In ancient India, oral traditions played a significant role in preserving cultural heritage and spreading knowledge. Poets and storytellers were highly respected for their ability to entertain and educate through their captivating narratives. It is likely that the name "KAVAL" was initially given to individuals who excelled in this profession.

The earliest recorded instances of the name "KAVAL" can be found in ancient Sanskrit texts and manuscripts dating back to the 5th century CE. One notable example is the mention of a poet named Kavalendra in the "Kāvyamīmāṃsā," a treatise on poetic theory written by the renowned scholar Rājaśekhara.

During the medieval period, the "KAVAL" surname spread across various regions of India, particularly in the northern states. Historical records from the Mughal era, such as the "Ain-i-Akbari" compiled during the reign of Akbar the Great, mention individuals with the surname "KAVAL" serving in various capacities, including as poets and scholars.

One prominent figure bearing the name "KAVAL" was Kaviraj Kaval Krishnadas (1663-1739), a renowned poet and scholar from the city of Varanasi. His works, including the epic poem "Rāmcharitmanas," are highly regarded in the literary canon of medieval India.

Another notable individual was Kaval Nain (1726-1810), a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from Delhi. His contributions to the Urdu literary landscape earned him recognition and respect among his contemporaries.

In the 19th century, Kaval Nath (1837-1912), a renowned Sanskrit scholar and author from Uttar Pradesh, made significant contributions to the study and preservation of ancient Indian texts.

Kaval Raizada (1904-1985), a prominent Hindi writer and playwright from Uttar Pradesh, was also a prominent figure associated with the "KAVAL" surname. His literary works explored themes of social justice and cultural identity.

While the surname "KAVAL" is predominantly found in India, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the rich literary and cultural traditions of ancient and medieval India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kaval

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

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

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