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

Aktar, 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 Aktar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aktar in America

Aktar is the 40082nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aktar surname appeared 547 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 Aktar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aktar 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 Aktar

The surname Aktar originated in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the region now known as Pakistan. It can be traced back to the 16th century and is derived from the Persian word "aktar," which means "fragrant" or "perfumed." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals involved in the trade or production of fragrances and aromatic substances.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Aktar can be found in the Ain-i-Akbari, a 16th-century document commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. The document mentions an individual named Aktar Ali, who served as a courtier and held a prominent position in the imperial administration.

During the Mughal era, the Aktar family played a significant role in the cultural and intellectual life of the region. Notable figures include Aktar Khan (1620-1690), a renowned poet and scholar who patronized the arts and literature, and Aktar Begum (1650-1718), a prominent female poet and calligraphist.

In the 18th century, the Aktar family established a lineage of skilled perfumers and traders in the region of Sindh, now part of modern-day Pakistan. One of the most prominent members of this lineage was Aktar Muhammad (1725-1795), who established a thriving perfume business and was renowned for his expertise in distilling aromatic oils and essences.

Another notable figure with the surname Aktar was Aktar Hussain (1820-1890), a pioneering educator and social reformer from the city of Lahore. He played a crucial role in establishing modern educational institutions in the region and advocating for the education of women.

Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, the Aktar family continued to contribute to various fields, including literature, music, and politics. One such individual was Aktar Begum (1875-1945), a renowned classical singer and composer who was celebrated for her contributions to the rich musical traditions of the region.

While the surname Aktar has its roots in the Indian subcontinent, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, the historical and cultural significance of the name remains deeply rooted in the region where it originated.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aktar

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

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

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