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

Kilaru, 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 Kilaru surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kilaru in America

Kilaru is the 89753rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kilaru surname appeared 206 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 Kilaru.

The history of the last name Kilaru

The surname KILARU has its origins in South India, specifically in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. It traces its roots back to the early 16th century, during the reign of the Vijayanagara Empire. The name is believed to be derived from the Telugu word "Kilaru," which means "parrot" or "green bird."

One of the earliest recorded instances of this surname can be found in the historical records of the Vijayanagara Empire, where it was often used to identify individuals hailing from the region of Kilaru, located in the modern-day Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh. This region was known for its lush green landscapes and abundant avian life, which likely contributed to the origin of the name.

In the 17th century, during the Nayak dynasty's rule over the Madurai region, the KILARU surname was prominently mentioned in several administrative records and land grant documents. One notable figure from this era was Kilaru Venkata Krishnayya (1635-1702), a renowned scholar and poet who served as a court advisor to the Nayak rulers.

As the centuries progressed, the KILARU surname spread across various regions of South India, often carried by individuals who migrated for trade, education, or employment opportunities. In the 19th century, the name gained prominence in the field of medicine, with Dr. Kilaru Subba Rao (1832-1912) becoming one of the first Indian medical practitioners trained in Western medicine.

Another notable figure bearing the KILARU surname was Kilaru Sitarama Sastry (1871-1943), a renowned Sanskrit scholar and linguist who made significant contributions to the study of ancient Indian texts and languages. His works continue to be widely referenced and studied in academic circles.

In more recent times, the KILARU surname has been carried by individuals who have excelled in various fields, such as Kilaru Venkata Subrahmanya Rao (1920-2001), a pioneering Indian civil engineer who played a crucial role in the construction of several major infrastructure projects in the country.

While the surname KILARU has its roots deeply embedded in the history and culture of South India, it has also gained a global presence as individuals with this name have traveled and settled in various parts of the world. Regardless of their geographic location, the name continues to carry the rich heritage and legacy of its origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kilaru

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

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

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