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

Atik, 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 Atik surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Atik in America

Atik is the 111426th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Atik surname appeared 158 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 Atik.

We can also compare 2010 data for Atik 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 Atik

The surname ATIK is believed to have originated in the Middle East, with roots tracing back to the Arabic language. The name is derived from the Arabic word "atiq," which means "old" or "ancient." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who was considered wise or venerable in their community.

In the early days of Islam, the name ATIK appeared in several historical records and manuscripts, often referring to scholars or religious figures. One of the earliest recorded instances is found in the works of the famous Islamic philosopher and theologian, Al-Ghazali (1058-1111), who mentioned an individual named Abu Bakr al-Atik.

During the Ottoman Empire, which spanned from the 13th to the 20th century, the name ATIK was prevalent in regions that are now part of modern-day Turkey, Syria, and other Middle Eastern countries. It was often associated with individuals who held positions of authority or were respected members of society.

In the 14th century, a renowned Ottoman scholar and poet named Mahmud al-Atik (1324-1396) gained prominence for his literary works and contributions to Islamic philosophy. His writings and poetry are still studied and celebrated in the region today.

Another notable figure was Mehmed Atik (1453-1524), an Ottoman statesman and grand vizier (prime minister) who served under Sultan Selim I. He played a significant role in the expansion and administration of the Ottoman Empire during his tenure.

Moving further west, the name ATIK also found its way into Europe, particularly in regions that were once part of the Ottoman Empire or had close ties with the Middle East. For instance, in the 16th century, there are records of an individual named Ibrahim Atik, a merchant and diplomat who represented the Ottoman Empire in Venice, Italy.

In the Balkans, the name ATIK was adopted by various ethnic groups, including Albanians, Bosnians, and Serbs. One prominent example is Mehmed Atik Pasha (1570-1635), an Albanian-born Ottoman statesman and military commander who played a crucial role in the Ottoman-Safavid War.

While the name ATIK has its roots in the Middle East and was predominantly used in that region, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its historical significance remains deeply rooted in its Arabic origins and the legacy of the Ottoman Empire.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Atik

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

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

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