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

Abughannam, 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 Abughannam surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Abughannam in America

Abughannam is the 126018th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Abughannam surname appeared 136 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 Abughannam.

We can also compare 2010 data for Abughannam 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 Abughannam

The surname ABUGHANNAM has its roots in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle Eastern region, particularly in areas like modern-day Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine. It is a combination of two words, "Abu" meaning "father of" and "Ghannam" which translates to "sheep" or "shepherd."

This surname can be traced back to the early medieval period, when it was common for people to be identified by their occupation, place of origin, or a distinctive physical characteristic. In this case, the name ABUGHANNAM likely referred to someone who worked as a shepherd or dealt with sheep farming.

While there are no definitive records of the earliest use of the surname ABUGHANNAM, it is possible that it appeared in ancient manuscripts or documents from the region, particularly those related to taxation or land ownership records. However, due to the passage of time and the turbulent history of the region, many of these records may have been lost or destroyed.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname ABUGHANNAM is Ibrahim ABUGHANNAM, a prominent scholar and poet who lived in the 12th century in Damascus, Syria. His works have been preserved and studied by historians and literary scholars, providing valuable insights into the cultural and intellectual life of the time.

Another notable figure was Yusuf ABUGHANNAM (1670-1745), a merchant and landowner from Beirut, who played a significant role in the economic development of the region during the Ottoman Empire era. His name can be found in various trade records and land registries from that period.

In the 19th century, Khalil ABUGHANNAM (1820-1895) was a respected educator and philosopher from Jerusalem. He was known for his contributions to the educational system in the region and his writings on ethical and moral principles.

During the early 20th century, Layla ABUGHANNAM (1901-1985) was a renowned artist and sculptor from Damascus. Her works, which often depicted scenes from everyday life in the Middle East, are displayed in various museums and galleries around the world.

More recently, Marwan ABUGHANNAM (born 1958) is a celebrated novelist and playwright from Beirut, Lebanon. His works have been translated into several languages and have received critical acclaim for their exploration of complex social and political themes.

The surname ABUGHANNAM has endured through the centuries, carrying with it a rich heritage and a connection to the pastoral traditions of the Middle Eastern region. While its spelling may have evolved over time, the essence of its meaning remains deeply rooted in the cultural and historical fabric of the area.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Abughannam

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

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

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