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

Madiraju, 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 Madiraju surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Madiraju in America

Madiraju is the 149395th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Madiraju surname appeared 110 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 Madiraju.

The history of the last name Madiraju

The surname Madiraju has its origin in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The name is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th to 16th centuries.

Madiraju is a combination of two words from the Telugu language, which was widely spoken in the region. The prefix "Madi" is derived from the word "Madiga," which refers to a community or caste group traditionally involved in agricultural labor and leather work. The suffix "Raju" is an honorific title often used by members of certain communities in Andhra Pradesh and neighboring states.

The earliest known references to the Madiraju surname can be found in historical records and inscriptions from the Kakatiya and Vijayanagara empires, which ruled over parts of the Deccan region between the 12th and 16th centuries. During this period, the Madiraju community held a prominent position in society, with some members serving as administrative officials and landowners.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the Madiraju surname was Madiraju Venkata Reddy, a prominent landlord and chieftain who lived in the 15th century. He is mentioned in several inscriptions and manuscripts from the Vijayanagara era, where he is described as a powerful local ruler and a patron of the arts.

Another notable figure was Madiraju Annapurnamma, a renowned poet and scholar who lived during the 16th century. She was highly regarded for her contributions to Telugu literature and is credited with composing several literary works, including poetry collections and commentaries on ancient texts.

In the 17th century, Madiraju Lakshmikanta Kavi, a renowned playwright and poet, gained prominence for his works in the Telugu language. His plays and poetry were widely celebrated and performed across the region.

During the 18th century, Madiraju Yachendra Nath Sharma was a prominent scholar and astrologer who authored several treatises on astrology and astronomy. His works were widely studied and referenced by scholars of the time.

Throughout history, the Madiraju surname has been associated with various professions, including agriculture, administration, literature, and scholarly pursuits. While the name originated in Andhra Pradesh, it has since spread to other parts of India and beyond, owing to migration and cultural exchange.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Madiraju

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

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

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