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

Pattanaik, 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 Pattanaik surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pattanaik in America

Pattanaik is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pattanaik surname appeared 114 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 Pattanaik.

The history of the last name Pattanaik

The surname PATTANAIK has its origins in India, specifically in the state of Odisha. It is believed to have originated during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "Pattana," which means "town" or "city," and the suffix "ika," which denotes a belonging or connection.

This surname was likely adopted by individuals who resided in or were associated with a particular town or city in the region. The name's spelling has evolved over time, with variations such as Pattanaik, Pattanayak, and Pattanayaka appearing in historical records.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the PATTANAIK surname can be found in the Madala Panji, a chronicle of the Gajapati Dynasty that ruled over parts of Odisha from the 15th to the 16th century. This manuscript mentions several individuals bearing the PATTANAIK surname who held prominent positions within the royal administration.

During the 16th century, a renowned scholar and poet named Raya Ramananda Pattanaik gained prominence for his literary works in the Odia language. His compositions, such as the "Haravali," have been widely studied and celebrated for their poetic excellence.

In the 18th century, Jayaram Pattanaik, a celebrated artist and sculptor, made significant contributions to the traditional Odisha art form of Pattachitra, a style of cloth-based scroll painting. His works are preserved in various museums and art galleries across the state.

Another notable figure bearing the PATTANAIK surname was Krupasindhu Pattanaik, a 19th-century social reformer and educationist. He played a crucial role in establishing several educational institutions in Odisha, promoting the spread of education and social progress.

In more recent times, Pradeep Kumar Pattanaik, born in 1952, is a renowned author and mythologist who has authored numerous books exploring Indian mythology and its relevance in modern times. His works, such as "The Myth of the Brahmin," have garnered widespread acclaim and have been translated into multiple languages.

While the PATTANAIK surname has its roots in Odisha, over time, individuals bearing this name have migrated to various parts of India and even abroad, contributing to the diversity and richness of their respective communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pattanaik

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

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

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