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

Lukose, 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 Lukose surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Lukose in America

Lukose is the 41038th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Lukose surname appeared 531 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 Lukose.

We can also compare 2010 data for Lukose 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 Lukose

The surname Lukose originated in the Indian state of Kerala, with its roots dating back to the early medieval period. The name is derived from the Malayalam word "Lukayya," which roughly translates to "Luke" or "Lucius," reflecting the influence of early Christian missionaries in the region.

One of the earliest known references to the Lukose surname can be found in the Thaliyolaparambu Copper Plate inscriptions, which date back to the 9th century AD. These inscriptions document land grants and privileges bestowed upon local chieftains and noblemen, including individuals bearing the Lukose name.

In the 14th century, a prominent figure named Lukose Mappillai played a crucial role in the establishment of the Kaladi Karindaka Valiya Kovilakam, a renowned Hindu temple complex in Thrissur district. His contributions were documented in the temple's historical records, solidifying the presence of the Lukose name in the region.

During the 16th century, a notable Lukose family resided in the town of Kottayam, where they held significant influence and leadership roles within the local Christian community. One of their descendants, Thomas Lukose (1525-1588), is credited with translating portions of the Bible into the local Malayalam language, facilitating the spread of Christianity in the region.

In the 18th century, a prominent scholar and linguist named Abraham Lukose (1712-1784) gained recognition for his contributions to the study of Malayalam literature and grammar. His seminal work, "Malayalankaravyakhya," is considered a landmark in the development of the Malayalam language and its literary traditions.

Another notable figure bearing the Lukose surname was Maria Lukose (1879-1947), a social reformer and educator who played a pivotal role in promoting women's education and empowerment in Kerala. She founded several educational institutions and advocated for the upliftment of underprivileged communities in the region.

While the Lukose surname is predominantly found in Kerala, it has also spread to other parts of India and abroad through migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the cultural and religious traditions of Kerala, where it has left an indelible mark over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Lukose

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

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

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