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

Vegesna, 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 Vegesna surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vegesna in America

Vegesna is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vegesna surname appeared 170 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 Vegesna.

The history of the last name Vegesna

The surname VEGESNA has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, particularly in the southern region of Andhra Pradesh. It is believed to have derived from the Telugu language, which is spoken in this area. The name is thought to be a combination of two words, "vegu" meaning "speed" or "quickness," and "sena" referring to an army or a group of soldiers.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname VEGESNA can be traced back to the 16th century, during the reign of the Vijayanagara Empire in South India. Historical records suggest that it was used by families who held positions in the military or served as warriors. The name may have been bestowed upon individuals who displayed exceptional courage and swiftness in battle.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the VEGESNA surname appeared in several manuscripts and chronicles documenting the activities of local chieftains and military leaders in the region. One notable figure was Vegesna Ramachandra, who lived from 1675 to 1742 and served as a commander in the army of the Nizam of Hyderabad, a powerful ruler of the Deccan Plateau.

During the 19th century, the VEGESNA name gained prominence in the field of literature. Vegesna Sriramulu (1818-1892) was a celebrated Telugu poet and playwright, renowned for his contributions to the Kavitha Natyam genre, a form of musical theater. His works continue to be studied and performed to this day.

Another distinguished individual bearing the VEGESNA surname was Vegesna Hanumantha Rao (1901-1980), a prominent politician and freedom fighter who participated in the Indian independence movement against British rule. He served as a member of the Indian Constituent Assembly and played a crucial role in shaping the country's constitution.

In more recent times, Vegesna Venkata Krishna Prasad (1940-2010) made significant contributions to the field of Telugu literature. He was a prolific writer, poet, and playwright, and received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Padma Shri award from the Government of India.

While the VEGESNA surname originated in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, individuals bearing this name can now be found across various parts of India and abroad, as a result of migration and the diaspora. However, its roots and historical significance remain closely tied to the rich cultural heritage of the Telugu-speaking regions of South India.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vegesna

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

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

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