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

Abuaita, 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 Abuaita surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Abuaita in America

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

The Abuaita 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 Abuaita.

The history of the last name Abuaita

The surname ABUAITA has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle East during the medieval period. The name likely derived from the Arabic phrase "Abu 'Aita," which translates to "father of 'Aita," with 'Aita being a diminutive form of a personal name or a nickname.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ABUAITA surname can be found in historical documents from the 12th century, where it was mentioned in connection with a prominent family from the region of modern-day Syria. This family was known for their involvement in trade and commerce, and their name was often associated with the city of Aleppo.

In the 13th century, the ABUAITA name appeared in records from the Mamluk Sultanate of Egypt and the Levant. During this time, several individuals bearing this surname held positions of influence within the Mamluk administration and military. One notable figure was Abu Bakr ABUAITA, a renowned military leader who distinguished himself in battles against the Crusaders.

As the centuries passed, the ABUAITA surname spread to various parts of the Middle East and North Africa, including present-day Lebanon, Palestine, and Morocco. In the 16th century, a prominent scholar and poet named Ahmed ABUAITA gained recognition for his contributions to Arabic literature.

During the Ottoman Empire's rule over much of the Middle East, the ABUAITA surname continued to be associated with notable individuals. Ibrahim ABUAITA, born in 1729 in Damascus, was a respected jurist and religious scholar who authored several influential works on Islamic jurisprudence.

In more recent history, the ABUAITA name has been carried by individuals from various walks of life. Rashid ABUAITA, born in 1923 in Jerusalem, was a Palestinian diplomat and politician who played a significant role in the Palestinian national movement.

While the ABUAITA surname has its roots in the Arabic-speaking world, it has since spread to other regions due to migration and cultural exchange. Today, individuals bearing this surname can be found in various parts of the world, carrying on the legacy of their ancestors and contributing to the rich tapestry of global diversity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Abuaita

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

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

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