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

Markose, 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 Markose surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Markose in America

Markose is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Markose surname appeared 128 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 Markose.

The history of the last name Markose

The surname "Markose" originated in the ancient Indian subcontinent, specifically from the state of Kerala in the southwestern region of the country. This name has its roots in the Syriac language, which was spoken by the Syrian Christian community in Kerala. The name "Markose" is believed to be derived from the Aramaic name "Markos," meaning "consecrated to the god Mars."

In the 4th century AD, a group of Syrian Christians, known as the St. Thomas Christians, arrived in Kerala and established settlements along the coastal regions. These early Christian communities played a significant role in the cultural and linguistic diversity of the region, and the surname "Markose" can be traced back to these ancient roots.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "Markose" can be found in the Varthamanappusthakam, a historical chronicle written in the 16th century by Syrian Christian scholars in Kerala. This text chronicles the lives and events of the St. Thomas Christian community, providing valuable insights into the cultural and religious practices of the time.

Over the centuries, the Markose family has produced several notable figures who have contributed to various fields. Mar Markose Kathanar (1805-1873) was a prominent Syrian Christian priest and scholar who played a crucial role in the revival of the Syrian Christian liturgy and traditions in Kerala.

Another notable figure was Markose Pally (1908-1977), a renowned Malayalam playwright and novelist. His works, such as "Muthassi" and "Nandanvannoranjittunnu," explored the themes of social justice and the struggles of the marginalized communities in Kerala.

In the realm of politics, Markose P. M. Chandy (1888-1964) was a prominent figure who served as the Chief Minister of the state of Travancore-Cochin (now part of Kerala) from 1949 to 1952. He played a crucial role in the integration of the former princely states into the Indian Union.

The name "Markose" has also been associated with various place names in Kerala. For instance, Markosethuruthu is a small village located in the Kottayam district, which is believed to have been named after a prominent Markose family that resided in the area.

While the surname "Markose" has its origins in the ancient Syrian Christian community of Kerala, it has since been adopted by various other communities in the region, transcending religious and cultural boundaries. The name continues to be a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and diversity of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Markose

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

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

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