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

Vaddi, 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 Vaddi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vaddi in America

Vaddi is the 121590th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vaddi surname appeared 142 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 Vaddi.

The history of the last name Vaddi

The surname "VADDI" is believed to have originated from the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the regions of modern-day Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The name likely traces its roots back to the 13th or 14th century.

One possible explanation for the origin of the name "VADDI" is its connection to the Telugu word "Vaddi," which means "interest" or "usury." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in money lending or financial activities during that period.

Another theory proposes that "VADDI" could be derived from the Sanskrit word "Vaddha," which means "elder" or "respected." This would imply that the name was initially bestowed upon elders or revered members of a community.

The earliest known documented reference to the surname "VADDI" can be found in medieval inscriptions and palm-leaf manuscripts from the region of Andhra Pradesh, dating back to the 14th century. These records often mention individuals with the name "VADDI" in various contexts, such as land grants, religious endowments, and administrative roles.

One notable individual with the surname "VADDI" was Vaddi Venkata Subba Rao (1860-1922), a prominent lawyer and social reformer from the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. He played a significant role in advocating for women's education and fought against social evils like child marriage.

Another prominent figure was Vaddi Lakshmi Narasimha Rao (1902-1986), a renowned Telugu writer and poet who made significant contributions to the literary landscape of Andhra Pradesh. His works explored themes of social justice, human values, and the natural world.

In the field of music, Vaddi Venkata Subbaiah (1855-1932) was a notable composer and musician from Andhra Pradesh. He composed several kritis (compositions) in Carnatic music and was recognized for his contributions to the art form.

Vaddi Narayana Rao (1890-1962) was a prominent freedom fighter and social reformer from Andhra Pradesh. He actively participated in the Indian independence movement and worked towards the upliftment of marginalized communities.

Vaddi Sambayya (1840-1920) was a renowned Telugu scholar and grammarian from Andhra Pradesh. He authored several works on Telugu grammar and literature, including a widely acclaimed treatise on Telugu poetics.

It is worth noting that the name "VADDI" has also been associated with various place names in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, such as Vaddipatnam, Vaddigudem, and Vaddiraju Palem, further strengthening its connection to the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vaddi

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

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

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