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

Patra, 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 Patra surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Patra in America

Patra is the 66754th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Patra surname appeared 296 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 Patra.

We can also compare 2010 data for Patra 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 Patra

The surname Patra is believed to have originated in India, with its roots traced back to ancient Sanskrit. It is derived from the word "patra," which means "leaf" or "plate." The name likely emerged during the early medieval period, around the 8th or 9th century CE.

Historically, the surname Patra was prevalent in various regions of India, including West Bengal, Odisha, and parts of southern India. It was commonly associated with Hindu communities and was particularly popular among Brahmins and other upper castes.

One of the earliest records of the name Patra can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, such as the Puranas and the Vedas. These texts often mention individuals with the surname Patra, suggesting its long-standing presence in Indian society.

In the 12th century, a renowned scholar and philosopher named Madhava Patra lived in the region of Kalinga (present-day Odisha). He authored several influential works on Hindu philosophy and is considered one of the most notable figures with the Patra surname from that period.

During the 16th century, a prominent figure named Govinda Patra served as a minister in the court of the Gajapati Kingdom in Odisha. His contributions to governance and administration were widely recognized, and he played a crucial role in shaping the policies of the kingdom.

In the 18th century, a scholar and poet named Vaidyanatha Patra gained fame for his literary works, which included poetry and philosophical treatises. His writings provided valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual landscapes of that era.

Another notable individual with the Patra surname was Bhubaneswar Patra, a freedom fighter who actively participated in the Indian independence movement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He dedicated his life to the cause of India's freedom from British colonial rule.

Throughout history, the surname Patra has been associated with various professions, including scholars, poets, administrators, and freedom fighters. While its origins can be traced back to ancient India, the name has maintained its presence and significance over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Patra

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

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

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