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

Totaram, 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 Totaram surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Totaram in America

Totaram is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Totaram surname appeared 146 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 Totaram.

The history of the last name Totaram

The surname Totaram traces its origins to the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern region of India. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th to 16th centuries CE. The name is derived from a combination of two Sanskrit words, "tota" meaning parrot and "ram" which is a common Hindu name associated with the deity Lord Rama.

One of the earliest known references to the name Totaram can be found in ancient Hindu scriptures and texts, where it was often used as a symbolic name or a metaphor. It is speculated that the name may have been initially adopted by families or individuals with a connection to the parrot trade or those involved in the care and breeding of these birds.

The first documented instance of the surname Totaram can be traced back to a merchant family hailing from the city of Mathura in the state of Uttar Pradesh. This family is believed to have played a significant role in the spice trade during the Mughal era, which spanned from the 16th to the 18th centuries.

One notable figure bearing the surname Totaram was a prominent poet and scholar named Totaram Shastri, who lived in the 18th century. His literary works, which included poetry and religious texts, are still studied and celebrated in certain parts of India today.

Another individual of historical significance was Totaram Sanadhya, a Hindu reformer and social activist from the 19th century. He was a vocal advocate for the rights of women and the abolition of practices such as sati (widow burning) and child marriage. His efforts helped shape the social reform movement in India during the British colonial era.

In the realm of politics, Totaram Malviya was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. Born in 1885, he was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi and played a crucial role in mobilizing support for the non-violent resistance against British rule.

The surname Totaram has also been associated with various place names and locations across India. For instance, the town of Totaram Nagar in the state of Rajasthan is believed to have been named after a local chieftain or landowner bearing the surname Totaram.

Throughout its history, the surname Totaram has been subject to various spelling variations, such as Totharam, Totharum, and Tothram, reflecting the diverse linguistic and cultural influences across different regions of India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Totaram

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

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

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