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

Kommareddy, 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 Kommareddy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kommareddy in America

Kommareddy is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kommareddy surname appeared 102 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 Kommareddy.

The history of the last name Kommareddy

The surname Kommareddy originates from the Indian subcontinent, particularly the region of Andhra Pradesh in southern India. It is believed to have its roots in the Telugu language, which is native to Andhra Pradesh and some neighboring states. The name is thought to be derived from the combination of two Telugu words – "komma" meaning "hill" or "hillock," and "reddy," which refers to a clan or community known for their agricultural and warrior backgrounds.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be traced back to the 14th century, during the reign of the Vijayanagar Empire in southern India. Historical records from this period mention individuals with the surname Kommareddy holding positions of significance within the empire's administrative and military ranks.

The name Kommareddy is closely associated with the Reddy community, which played a crucial role in the governance and defense of various kingdoms that ruled over the region. Members of this community often held titles such as "Nayaks" or "Nayakas," which signified their role as rulers or chieftains.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the surname Kommareddy. One such individual was Chennareddy Nayakudu (1572-1616), a prominent military leader and administrator who served under the Vijayanagar Empire. Another prominent figure was Kommareddy Venkata Reddy (1809-1892), a renowned Telugu poet and scholar who made significant contributions to the literature and culture of the region.

In the 16th century, the name Kommareddy was also found in historical records related to the Nayak kingdom of Madurai, located in present-day Tamil Nadu. Kommareddy Peddanna (1520-1580), a celebrated Telugu poet and playwright, served as a court poet under the Nayak rulers during this period.

The surname Kommareddy has also been associated with various place names in Andhra Pradesh and neighboring regions. For instance, there is a village called Kommareddy Pally in the Nalgonda district of Telangana, which likely derived its name from the presence of families bearing this surname in the area.

Throughout the centuries, the Kommareddy surname has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including rulers, warriors, poets, scholars, and administrators, all of whom have left their mark on the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kommareddy

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

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

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