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

Ayyash, 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 Ayyash surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ayyash in America

Ayyash is the 78567th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ayyash surname appeared 243 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 Ayyash.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ayyash 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 Ayyash

The surname AYYASH has its origins in the Middle East, specifically in the Arabic-speaking regions. It is derived from the Arabic word "ayyash," which means "one who lives a life of pleasure and luxury." The name likely originated sometime during the medieval period, when Arabic culture and language were flourishing across the region.

AYYASH is believed to have initially been an occupational surname, referring to individuals who were associated with a luxurious or indulgent lifestyle. This could include those involved in the entertainment industry, such as dancers, musicians, or performers, as well as those who worked in opulent settings like royal courts or wealthy households.

One of the earliest recorded references to the name AYYASH can be found in the writings of the famous Arab poet and philosopher Al-Mutanabbi, who lived from 915 to 965 CE. In his collection of poems, he mentions an individual with the surname AYYASH, indicating that the name was already in use during that time.

During the 11th century, the AYYASH family emerged as a prominent clan in the city of Baghdad, Iraq. Historical records mention several members of this family holding influential positions within the administrative and cultural circles of the Abbasid Caliphate.

In the 13th century, a notable figure named Shams al-Din Muhammad al-Ayyash gained recognition as a skilled calligrapher and poet. His works are preserved in various manuscripts and libraries across the Middle East.

Another prominent individual with the surname AYYASH was Abdallah al-Ayyash, a 15th-century scholar and theologian from Damascus, Syria. He authored several books on Islamic jurisprudence and is regarded as an important figure in the Shafi'i school of Islamic law.

In the 17th century, a family with the AYYASH surname settled in the city of Aleppo, Syria, where they became influential merchants and traders. The AYYASH trade caravans were known for their extensive network, connecting Aleppo with major commercial centers across the region.

During the 19th century, a famous poet and writer named Mahmoud al-Ayyash hailed from Lebanon. His works, which focused on themes of love and patriotism, were widely celebrated and contributed significantly to the literary renaissance of the Arab world.

While the surname AYYASH has its roots in the Middle East, individuals bearing this name can now be found in various parts of the world, including Europe and the Americas, as a result of migration and diaspora over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ayyash

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

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

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