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

Mysore, 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 Mysore surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mysore in America

Mysore is the 82908th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mysore surname appeared 227 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 Mysore.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mysore 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 Mysore

The surname Mysore has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region of Karnataka. It is derived from the city of Mysore, which was once the capital of the Kingdom of Mysore. This region has a rich cultural heritage that dates back to the 6th century AD.

The name Mysore is believed to have originated from the Sanskrit word "Mahishuru," which means "the abode of the Mahisha." According to Hindu mythology, the area was once ruled by a powerful demon called Mahishasura, who was eventually slain by the goddess Chamundeshwari. The city of Mysore was later built on the site where the demon was defeated.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name Mysore can be found in the inscriptions of the Hoysala Empire, which ruled the region from the 11th to the 14th century. These inscriptions, carved on stone structures and temples, provide valuable insights into the history and culture of the region during that time period.

Notable individuals with the surname Mysore include Jayachamarajendra Wadiyar (1919-1974), who was the last ruling Maharaja of the Kingdom of Mysore. He was respected for his progressive policies and his efforts to modernize the state. Another prominent figure was M. Visvesvaraya (1861-1962), a civil engineer and statesman who was widely regarded as the "Father of Modern Mysore." He played a crucial role in the development of the state's infrastructure and industrialization.

In the realm of literature, K. Shivaram Karanth (1902-1997) was a renowned Kannada writer and scholar who hailed from Mysore. His works, including novels, short stories, and plays, explored themes of social justice and the human condition. Additionally, T.S. Satyan (1927-2011) was a notable playwright and film director from Mysore, known for his contributions to Kannada cinema and theatre.

The surname Mysore has also been associated with the field of music. One notable example is T. Chowdiah (1917-1967), a renowned violinist and composer who was instrumental in popularizing Carnatic music beyond the boundaries of South India.

Throughout history, the name Mysore has been closely linked to the cultural and historical significance of the region, reflecting its rich heritage and the contributions of its people in various fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mysore

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

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

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