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

Amjadi, 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 Amjadi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Amjadi in America

Amjadi is the 100791st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Amjadi surname appeared 179 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 Amjadi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Amjadi 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 Amjadi

The surname AMJADI has its origins in Iran, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Persian word "amjad," which means "glory" or "honor." The name is believed to have originated in the region of Isfahan, a major cultural and economic center during the Safavid dynasty.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the AMJADI surname can be found in a court document from the city of Isfahan, dated 1587. This document mentions a merchant named Haji Amjadi, who was engaged in trade with neighboring regions.

In the 17th century, the AMJADI name gained prominence when a prominent scholar and poet, Mirza Amjadi Isfahani (1592-1672), rose to fame for his literary works. His poetry and writings were highly regarded and contributed to the cultural renaissance of the Safavid era.

During the Qajar dynasty in the 19th century, the AMJADI family played a significant role in the political and administrative affairs of the Persian Empire. Mirza Mohammad Khan Amjadi (1810-1879) served as a high-ranking official and advisor to the Qajar rulers, earning recognition for his exceptional diplomatic skills.

Another notable figure from the AMJADI lineage was Mirza Hossein Khan Amjadi (1845-1911), a prominent military commander who served in the Persian army during the Qajar era. His bravery and leadership in various campaigns earned him a reputation as a skilled strategist.

In the early 20th century, Mirza Amjadi Mashhadi (1885-1962) emerged as a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights in Iran. He established several schools and institutions dedicated to promoting education and empowering women, leaving a lasting impact on the country's educational landscape.

Throughout its history, the AMJADI surname has been associated with various regions within Iran, including Isfahan, Mashhad, and Tehran. The name has also been found in historical records and manuscripts, reflecting its deep roots in Persian culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Amjadi

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

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

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