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

Kuber, 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 Kuber surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kuber in America

Kuber is the 117480th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kuber surname appeared 148 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 Kuber.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kuber 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 Kuber

The surname KUBER originates from India and is believed to have its roots in the northern region of the country. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "Kubera," which refers to the Hindu god of wealth and prosperity. The earliest recorded instances of this name can be traced back to the medieval period in India, around the 12th to 13th centuries.

In Hindu mythology, Kubera is revered as the lord of wealth and is often depicted as a portly figure with a potbelly and a sack of coins. His association with riches and abundance is believed to have influenced the adoption of this name by families who sought prosperity and good fortune.

While the name KUBER does not appear in historical records or manuscripts outside of India, it has been documented in various regional texts and chronicles within the country. One notable mention is found in the "Ain-i-Akbari," a 16th-century administrative document compiled during the Mughal Empire, which lists individuals with this surname serving in various capacities.

The earliest recorded individual bearing the name KUBER was Pandit Kuber, a renowned scholar and astrologer who lived in the 14th century. He is credited with authoring several treatises on astronomy and astrology, which were widely studied and referenced during his time.

Another prominent figure was Raja Kuber Singh, a 17th-century ruler of the princely state of Bikaner in present-day Rajasthan. He is remembered for his patronage of art and architecture, as well as his efforts in promoting trade and commerce within his kingdom.

In the 18th century, Lala Kuber Singh was a wealthy merchant and philanthropist from the city of Lucknow. He is known for his contributions to the construction of several temples, wells, and rest houses for travelers, earning him a reputation for generosity and community service.

Moving into the 19th century, Rai Bahadur Kuber Nath Rai was a prominent landowner and social reformer from the region of Uttar Pradesh. He played a significant role in advocating for the education of women and worked towards improving the living conditions of the underprivileged.

Finally, in the early 20th century, Dr. Kuber Nath Shukla was a renowned physician and medical researcher who made significant contributions to the field of tropical medicine. He served as the Director of the School of Tropical Medicine in Kolkata and was widely respected for his work in combating diseases like malaria and cholera.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the surname KUBER, reflecting its deep-rooted connection to the Indian subcontinent and the diverse backgrounds of those who carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kuber

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

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

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