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

Namburi, 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 Namburi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Namburi in America

Namburi is the 126765th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Namburi surname appeared 135 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 Namburi.

The history of the last name Namburi

The surname Namburi has its origins in India, specifically in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where it is most commonly found. The name is believed to have derived from the Sanskrit word "Namboori," which refers to a particular Brahmin community in these regions.

The earliest known references to the Namburi surname can be traced back to the 11th century, during the reign of the Kakatiya dynasty in the Deccan region. Ancient records from this period mention individuals with the Namburi surname holding positions of prominence within the Brahmin community and serving as advisors to the ruling kings.

One notable historical figure was Namburi Venkata Krishnayya, a revered scholar and poet who lived during the 16th century. He was a prolific writer and contributed significantly to the development of Telugu literature. His works, including the famous "Krishnayya Satakamu," are considered literary treasures and have been widely studied and celebrated.

In the 17th century, the Namburi surname gained further prominence with the rise of the Nayak rulers in the Madurai region of Tamil Nadu. Several Namburi Brahmins served as advisors and ministers in the court of the Nayak kings, playing crucial roles in administrative and cultural affairs.

Another notable figure was Namburi Venkatacharya, a renowned astrologer and astronomer who lived in the 18th century. He authored several treatises on astrology and astronomy, contributing significantly to the advancement of these fields in India during his time.

During the British colonial period, the Namburi surname continued to be associated with scholarly pursuits and administrative roles. In the late 19th century, Namburi Srinivasa Rao was a prominent educator and social reformer who advocated for the education of women and worked towards uplifting the socio-economic conditions of the underprivileged.

In the 20th century, Namburi Krishnaiah, a distinguished freedom fighter and social activist, played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement. He was actively involved in the Non-Cooperation Movement led by Mahatma Gandhi and worked tirelessly to promote the cause of Indian nationalism.

Today, the Namburi surname is widely dispersed across various parts of India, with significant populations in the states of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka. While the surname has its roots in the Brahmin community, it has transcended caste boundaries and is now found among various communities and social strata.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Namburi

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

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

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