2000
#144,908
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 105
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Patram
A place name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a misspelling of the German surname 'Patran'.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 132 Americans carry the last name Patram. That puts it at #145,757 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,596,624 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Patram surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
132
1 in 2,596,624
Census rank
#145,757
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
115
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 115 bearers of the surname Patram in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 145757th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Patram, the largest self-reported group is White at 47.0%. The next largest groups are Black (20.0%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (13.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Patram
The surname PATRAM is believed to have originated in India, tracing its roots back several centuries. It is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "patra," which can mean "leaf," "plate," or "vessel." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in trades or occupations related to pottery, woodwork, or metalwork.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the PATRAM surname dates back to the 16th century in the region of Rajasthan, where it appeared in local records and manuscripts. During this period, the surname was also found in various spellings, such as Pattram, Patram, and Pattaramm, reflecting regional variations in pronunciation and spelling conventions.
In the 17th century, the PATRAM name gained prominence in the city of Jaipur, where several members of the family were known for their skilled craftsmanship in metalwork and jewelry-making. One notable figure from this era was Gopal Patram (1620-1692), a renowned jeweler who created intricate pieces for the Rajput royal family.
As the Mughal Empire expanded its influence across the Indian subcontinent, the PATRAM surname spread to other regions, including modern-day Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat. During the 18th century, a branch of the family settled in the city of Lucknow, where they became respected traders and merchants.
One of the most prominent figures with the PATRAM surname was Ramesh Patram (1745-1822), a wealthy merchant who established trade routes between Lucknow and other major cities. His success and influence earned him a reputation as one of the most influential businessmen of his time.
In the 19th century, the PATRAM surname gained further recognition with the rise of Shyam Patram (1825-1892), a renowned scholar and educator who played a significant role in promoting education and literacy in northern India. His contributions were widely acknowledged, and he was honored with several prestigious awards during his lifetime.
As the centuries progressed, members of the PATRAM family continued to make their mark in various fields, including academia, arts, and politics. Notable figures include the philosopher Arjun Patram (1890-1965), the poet Lata Patram (1920-1998), and the political activist Kiran Patram (1935-2010), who played a pivotal role in the Indian independence movement.
While the PATRAM surname has its roots in India, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, the name remains deeply connected to its Indian heritage and continues to be a source of pride for those who bear it.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Patram
Among Census respondents with the surname Patram, the largest self-reported group is White at 47.0%. The next largest groups are Black (20.0%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (13.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Patram bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Patram surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White47.0% · 54
- Black or African American20.0% · 23
- Asian and Pacific Islander13.9% · 16
- Hispanic or Latino12.2% · 14
- American Indian and Alaska Native3.5% · 4
- Two or more races3.5% · 4
Timeline
Historical Census data for Patram
Patram appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#133,863
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 126
+21 bearers (+20.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 11,045 places
2020
#145,757
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 115
-11 bearers (-8.7%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 11,894 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #144,908 | 105 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #133,863 | 126 | 0.04 | +21 bearers (+20.0%) | Up 11,045 places |
| 2020 | #145,757 | 115 | 0.04 | -11 bearers (-8.7%) | Down 11,894 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Patram surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #133,863 | #145,757 | -8.9% |
| Count | 126 | 115 | -8.7% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -3.8% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Patram bearers went from 126 to 115 (-8.7% change). The surname moved down 11,894 positions in the national ranking, going from #133,863 to #145,757.
FAQ
Patram surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Patram?
Name Census estimates that about 132 living Americans carry the surname Patram. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,596,624 residents.
How common is Patram?
Patram ranks #145,757 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 115 people with the surname Patram. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (132), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Patram.
Has Patram become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Patram went from 126 recorded bearers to 115. That is a decrease of 11 (-8.7%). In the national ranking it fell from #133,863 to #145,757.
What does the Census say about the background of Patram?
Among Census respondents with the surname Patram, the largest self-reported group is White at 47.0%. The next largest groups are Black (20.0%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (13.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Patram in the 2020 Census, accounting for 47.0% (54 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Patram appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (47.0%), Black (20.0%), Asian/Pacific Islander (13.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Patram (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Patram mean?
A place name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a misspelling of the German surname 'Patran'. The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Patram (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Patram?
If you just want to know how many people are called Patram, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.