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

Satur, 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 Satur surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Satur in America

Satur is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Satur surname appeared 106 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 Satur.

The history of the last name Satur

The surname SATUR is believed to have originated in India, with roots tracing back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Satur,' which means 'truthful' or 'virtuous.' This name was initially adopted by families or individuals who were known for their integrity and honorable conduct.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the SATUR name can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century administrative document compiled during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. This text lists several individuals with the surname SATUR who held prominent positions within the Mughal administration.

During the medieval period, the SATUR name was particularly prevalent in the regions of Gujarat and Rajasthan. Many historical records from these areas, such as local chronicles and inscriptions, reference individuals bearing this surname.

In the 17th century, a notable figure named Satur Das Sisodia lived in the city of Udaipur, Rajasthan. He was a celebrated poet and writer, renowned for his contributions to the Rajasthani literature. Another individual, Satur Chand Satur, was a prominent merchant and trader who lived in the city of Surat, Gujarat, during the late 18th century.

As the SATUR community expanded and members migrated to different parts of the subcontinent, variations in spelling and pronunciation emerged. Some alternative spellings included Sattur, Sathur, and Sathoor.

One of the earliest known instances of the SATUR name appearing in a Western record is in the East India Company's documentation from the 18th century. These records mention several individuals with the surname SATUR who were employed by the company or engaged in trade with them.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure named Satur Lal Satur was a respected scholar and educator in Calcutta (now Kolkata). He established one of the earliest schools in the city and was instrumental in promoting education among the local population.

Another notable individual with the SATUR surname was Satur Singh Satur, a military officer who served in the British Indian Army during the late 19th century. He was renowned for his bravery and leadership skills, earning several honors and distinctions for his service.

As the Indian diaspora spread across the globe, the SATUR name traveled with them to various corners of the world. While maintaining their cultural roots, members of the SATUR community have made significant contributions in diverse fields, including academia, business, and public service.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Satur

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

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

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