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

Vadlamani, 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 Vadlamani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vadlamani in America

Vadlamani is the 88020th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vadlamani surname appeared 211 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 Vadlamani.

The history of the last name Vadlamani

The surname VADLAMANI has its origins in India, particularly in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh. The name is derived from the Telugu language, spoken by a significant population in the region. It is believed to have emerged sometime around the 15th century CE.

VADLAMANI is a combination of two words in Telugu - "Vadla" meaning "a type of tree" and "Mani" which translates to "gemstone" or "jewel." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who were involved in the trading or crafting of gemstones, or perhaps those who resided near a specific type of tree.

Historical records indicate that the surname VADLAMANI can be traced back to several ancient manuscripts and inscriptions found in the regions of Rayalaseema and Coastal Andhra. One of the earliest known references is a land grant document from the 16th century, which mentions a person named Vadlamani Venkata Reddy, who was a local chieftain.

In the 17th century, the VADLAMANI surname gained prominence with Vadlamani Mallikarjuna Sastry, a renowned scholar and poet renowned for his works in Telugu literature. He was born in 1642 and is considered one of the pioneers of the "Prabandha" style of poetry in the region.

During the 18th century, the name VADLAMANI was associated with a family of skilled artisans who specialized in intricate stone carvings and sculpting. One notable member was Vadlamani Venkanna, born in 1723, whose works adorned several temples and palaces in the region.

In the 19th century, Vadlamani Venkata Krishnaiah, born in 1823, was a prominent social reformer and educator who played a significant role in establishing schools and advocating for women's education in the region.

Another notable figure was Vadlamani Gopala Krishnayya, born in 1876, who was a renowned lawyer and served as a judge in the Madras High Court during the British colonial period.

These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the surname VADLAMANI throughout history, showcasing its deep roots and significance in the cultural fabric of Andhra Pradesh.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vadlamani

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

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

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