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

Sadasivam, 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 Sadasivam surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sadasivam in America

Sadasivam is the 147253rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sadasivam surname appeared 112 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 Sadasivam.

The history of the last name Sadasivam

The surname SADASIVAM originated from the Indian subcontinent, specifically from the Tamil-speaking regions of southern India. It is derived from a combination of two Sanskrit words, "sat" meaning truth or reality, and "sivam" meaning auspicious or benevolent. The name thus translates to "the benevolent truth" or "the auspicious reality."

This surname can be traced back to ancient Tamil literature and inscriptions dating back to the 6th century CE. During this period, the name was associated with scholars, poets, and philosophers who upheld the principles of truth and wisdom. It was commonly found among the Brahmin community, who were known for their intellectual pursuits and spiritual teachings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the SADASIVAM name can be found in the Vatteluttu inscriptions from the Pandya kingdom, which ruled parts of present-day Tamil Nadu and Kerala. These inscriptions mention individuals bearing this surname, often in the context of religious or literary works.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the SADASIVAM surname. One such figure was Sadasivam Brahmendra (1618-1698), a revered Hindu saint and philosopher from Tamil Nadu. He was renowned for his teachings on Advaita Vedanta and his influence on the spiritual and cultural landscape of southern India.

Another prominent SADASIVAM was Sadasivam Nallasivam (1823-1899), a Tamil scholar and poet from Sri Lanka. He is celebrated for his contributions to Tamil literature, particularly his epic work "Nallasivam Brahmandam," which explores the philosophical and spiritual aspects of Hinduism.

In the field of mathematics, Sadasivam Vadivelu (1862-1938) was a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer. He made significant contributions to the study of calculus and celestial mechanics, earning recognition from the British government for his work.

Sadasivam Radhakrishnan (1888-1975) was a prominent Indian philosopher, author, and statesman who served as the second President of India from 1962 to 1967. He was awarded the British Order of Merit and the Templeton Prize for his contributions to philosophy and his efforts in promoting intercultural understanding.

A more recent figure bearing the SADASIVAM surname is Sadasivam Shanmugasundaram (born 1943), an Indian journalist and author known for his work in promoting Tamil language and literature. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors.

While these are just a few examples, the SADASIVAM surname has been carried by many individuals throughout history, each contributing to various fields and leaving their mark on the cultural and intellectual fabric of India and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sadasivam

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

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

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