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

Aslani, 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 Aslani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Aslani in America

Aslani is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Aslani surname appeared 155 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 Aslani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Aslani 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 Aslani

The surname Aslani originates from the Persian language and has its roots in Iran. The name is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, around the 10th to 13th centuries. It is derived from the Persian word "aslan," which means "lion," and is likely associated with individuals who possessed lion-like qualities or might have been known for their bravery and strength.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Aslani surname can be found in the Persian literary classic "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. The name appears in reference to a warrior who fought valiantly in battles described in the epic poem.

During the Safavid Dynasty in Persia (1501-1736), the Aslani name gained prominence as several individuals bearing this surname held important positions within the royal court and military. One notable figure was Amir Khan Aslani, a celebrated military commander who served under Shah Abbas I in the early 17th century.

As the Persian Empire expanded and trade routes flourished, some members of the Aslani family migrated to other regions, carrying their surname with them. In the 16th century, records show the presence of the Aslani name in the Ottoman Empire, particularly in the areas that are now part of modern-day Turkey and the Balkans.

In the 18th century, a branch of the Aslani family settled in the Indian subcontinent, where they contributed to the rich cultural tapestry of the region. One prominent figure was Mirza Asadullah Khan Aslani, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the court of the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II in the late 18th century.

Over the centuries, the Aslani surname has been associated with various notable individuals across different fields. For example, Amir Hossein Aslani was a celebrated Iranian painter and calligrapher who lived in the 19th century, renowned for his intricate and beautiful works of art. Another notable figure was Abdollah Aslani, an Iranian writer and educator who made significant contributions to the literary and educational landscape of Iran in the early 20th century.

While the surname Aslani has its origins in Iran, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchanges. Today, individuals bearing this surname can be found in various countries, each with their own unique stories and connections to the rich heritage of this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Aslani

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

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

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