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

Rooplal, 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 Rooplal surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rooplal in America

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

The Rooplal 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 Rooplal.

The history of the last name Rooplal

The surname "ROOPLAL" is of Indian origin, specifically from the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent, such as Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The name can be traced back to the 16th century and is derived from the Sanskrit words "Roop," meaning "form" or "beauty," and "Lal," meaning "beloved" or "dear." Therefore, the name "ROOPLAL" essentially translates to "beloved beauty" or "dear form."

In ancient Hindu texts and manuscripts, the name "ROOPLAL" is mentioned as a descriptive epithet for deities or revered individuals, highlighting their physical attractiveness or divine beauty. One notable example is found in the Bhakti poetry of the 16th century, where the name is used to describe the divine form of Lord Krishna.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname "ROOPLAL" can be found in various local records and land registries from the 17th and 18th centuries in the northern Indian regions. These records often mention individuals bearing this surname as landowners, traders, or artisans.

One of the earliest known historical figures with the surname "ROOPLAL" was Rooplal Singh, a prominent warrior and military commander who lived in the late 17th century. He served under the Mughal Empire and played a significant role in several battles and campaigns during that era.

Another notable individual with this surname was Rooplal Khanna, a renowned Indian painter and artist who lived from 1925 to 2003. He was known for his vibrant and expressive depictions of Indian culture and traditions, and his works are highly regarded in the art world.

In the field of literature, Rooplal Jain (1918-1986) was a celebrated Hindi novelist and short story writer. His works explored themes of social justice, human relationships, and the complexities of modern Indian society.

During the Indian independence movement, Rooplal Pandey (1892-1972) was a prominent freedom fighter and activist. He participated in various non-violent protests and civil disobedience campaigns against British rule in India.

Rooplal Patwari (1910-1989) was a respected Indian politician and social reformer. He served as a member of the Indian Parliament and was actively involved in promoting education and advocating for the rights of marginalized communities.

While the surname "ROOPLAL" is primarily found in India, it has also spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, the historical and cultural roots of this surname remain deeply rooted in the northern regions of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rooplal

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

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

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