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

Ahdout, 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 Ahdout surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ahdout in America

Ahdout is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ahdout surname appeared 101 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 Ahdout.

The history of the last name Ahdout

The surname AHDOUT has its origins in Morocco, tracing back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Arabic word "ahdawth," which means "events" or "incidents." The name is believed to have originated in the Berber regions of Morocco, where it was used to identify individuals or families involved in significant historical events or occurrences.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name AHDOUT can be found in the archives of the Moroccan city of Fez, where it appears in a document dated 1487. This document mentions a certain Ahmed AHDOUT, who was a respected scholar and advisor to the local ruler at the time.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the name AHDOUT began to spread across Morocco and into neighboring regions, such as Algeria and Tunisia. It was often associated with families of scholars, poets, and individuals involved in the intellectual and cultural life of the region.

In the late 18th century, a notable figure bearing the AHDOUT surname was Fatima AHDOUT (1750-1820), a renowned poet and calligrapher from the city of Marrakesh. Her works were widely celebrated and helped to establish the name's association with literary and artistic pursuits.

Another prominent AHDOUT was Ahmed AHDOUT (1820-1892), a Moroccan diplomat who served as the country's envoy to several European nations, including France and Spain. His diplomatic efforts helped to strengthen Morocco's relations with these countries during a period of significant political and cultural change.

In the early 20th century, the name AHDOUT gained further recognition with the birth of Abdelkader AHDOUT (1903-1975), a prominent Moroccan writer and journalist. His works explored themes of national identity, cultural heritage, and the struggles faced by the Moroccan people during the colonial era.

While the surname AHDOUT originated in Morocco, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have migrated or descended from Moroccan ancestors. However, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich cultural and historical tapestry of North Africa, particularly Morocco.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ahdout

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

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

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