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

Ugale, 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 Ugale surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ugale in America

Ugale is the 74141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ugale surname appeared 261 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 Ugale.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ugale to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Ugale

The surname Ugale has its origins in India, and is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 12th or 13th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Sanskrit word "Ugra," meaning fierce or mighty, and may have been initially used as a descriptive term for someone with a strong or bold personality.

In its earliest recorded instances, the name appeared in various regional variations, such as Ugale, Oogale, and Ughale, across different parts of the Indian subcontinent. Some historical records suggest that the name may have been particularly prevalent in the western regions of India, including present-day Maharashtra and Gujarat.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name Ugale was Govind Ugale, a prominent military leader who served under the Maratha Empire in the late 17th century. His exploits and bravery in battle were documented in several contemporary accounts, contributing to the name's association with valor and strength.

Another notable figure bearing the Ugale name was Ramchandra Ugale, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in the 18th century. His works, which included poetic compositions in Marathi and Sanskrit, were widely celebrated and helped preserve the cultural heritage of the region.

In the 19th century, Balwant Ugale, a prominent social reformer, made significant contributions to the upliftment of marginalized communities in western India. His efforts in promoting education and advocating for social justice earned him widespread recognition and respect.

The Ugale surname also found its way into the literary world with Vishnu Sakharam Ugale, a Marathi writer and playwright born in 1873. His works explored themes of social commentary and often reflected the struggles and aspirations of the common people.

Another notable figure bearing the Ugale name was Shantaram Ugale, a renowned artist and sculptor from the early 20th century. His sculptures, which often depicted scenes from Hindu mythology, adorned several temples and public spaces across India, cementing his legacy as a master craftsman.

While the Ugale surname has its roots firmly planted in the Indian subcontinent, its bearers have since dispersed to various parts of the world, carrying with them the rich cultural heritage and historical significance associated with this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ugale

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

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 Ugale 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.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Ugale has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

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

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