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

Paturi, 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 Paturi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Paturi in America

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

The Paturi 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 Paturi.

The history of the last name Paturi

The surname Paturi has its origins in India, specifically in the southern region of Andhra Pradesh. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "patra," which means "leaf" or "feather," and may have been used as a descriptive term for a person involved in agricultural or farming activities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Paturi can be found in the Kakatiya inscriptions, which date back to the 13th century. These inscriptions were engraved on the walls of temples and monuments built during the reign of the Kakatiya dynasty, which ruled over the Andhra region during that period. The name Paturi is mentioned in several of these inscriptions, suggesting that individuals bearing this surname held positions of importance within the dynasty.

In the 16th century, the Paturi surname is also documented in the records of the Vijayanagara Empire, which was a dominant power in southern India at the time. These records indicate that members of the Paturi family were landowners and administrators in various regions under the Empire's control.

Notable individuals with the surname Paturi include Paturi Ramalinga Nayudu (1876-1942), an Indian cricketer who played for the Maharajah of Vizianagram's team in the early 20th century. He is considered one of the pioneers of cricket in India and was instrumental in establishing the sport's popularity in the country.

Another prominent figure was Paturi Venkata Rama Sastry (1855-1920), a renowned scholar and author who made significant contributions to the study of Sanskrit literature and Indian philosophy. His works, such as "Sarva-darsana-sangraha," a critical exposition of Indian philosophical systems, are highly regarded in academic circles.

In the field of politics, Paturi Lakshmi Narasimha Rao (1919-2004) served as the Prime Minister of India from 1991 to 1996. He is credited with initiating economic reforms that transformed India's economy and paved the way for its emergence as a global economic power.

Paturi Lakshmi Kumari (1926-2017) was a celebrated Indian classical dancer and choreographer. She was recognized for her contributions to the Kuchipudi dance form and received numerous awards, including the Padma Bhushan, one of India's highest civilian honors.

Paturi Nagabhushanam (1938-2002) was a prominent Telugu writer and literary critic. He authored several novels, short stories, and critical essays, and his works explored various aspects of Telugu literature and culture.

While the Paturi surname has its roots in India, individuals bearing this name can now be found in various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the cultural and linguistic traditions of the Andhra region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Paturi

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

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

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