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

Alcoran, 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 Alcoran surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Alcoran in America

Alcoran is the 124548th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Alcoran surname appeared 138 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 Alcoran.

We can also compare 2010 data for Alcoran 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 Alcoran

The surname ALCORAN is of Spanish origin, with its roots tracing back to the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula during the Middle Ages. The name is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "al-Qur'an," meaning "the recitation" or "the book," referring to the holy book of Islam.

During the period of Moorish rule in Spain, which lasted from the 8th to the 15th centuries, many Arabic words and names were assimilated into the Spanish language and culture. The surname ALCORAN likely emerged as a result of this cultural exchange, possibly referring to individuals who were associated with the study or transcription of the Qur'an.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name ALCORAN can be found in the archives of the Kingdom of Aragon, where it appears in a document dated 1245. This document mentions a certain Alí ibn Muḥammad al-Qurān, a scholar and scribe who worked in the court of King Jaime I.

In the 14th century, there are records of a family bearing the name ALCORAN residing in the city of Seville. This family was known for their expertise in calligraphy and manuscript illumination, and they were commissioned to produce several exquisite copies of religious texts, including the Qur'an.

During the Reconquista, the gradual process of reclaiming territory from the Moors, many individuals with Arabic names and surnames were forced to convert to Christianity or face expulsion. Some families with the surname ALCORAN may have adopted Christian names while retaining their original surnames as a way to preserve their cultural identity.

One notable figure with the surname ALCORAN was Juan de Alcorán (1520-1589), a renowned Spanish painter and illuminator who worked in the city of Toledo. His works can be found in various churches and monasteries throughout Spain, and he is particularly renowned for his intricate and detailed illuminations of religious manuscripts.

Another individual of note was Tomás Alcorán (1670-1738), a poet and playwright from Granada who gained recognition for his satirical works and comedic plays. His witty and biting commentary on societal issues and religious hypocrisy earned him both praise and criticism during his lifetime.

In the 19th century, a prominent scholar and historian with the surname ALCORAN was María del Carmen Alcorán y Guzmán (1825-1895). She dedicated her life to researching and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Andalusia, publishing several influential works on the region's history, architecture, and traditions.

While the surname ALCORAN may have originated from the Arabic word for the Qur'an, it has since become a part of the Spanish cultural tapestry, serving as a reminder of the diverse influences that have shaped the country's rich history and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Alcoran

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

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

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