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

Azeem, 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 Azeem surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Azeem in America

Azeem is the 37076th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Azeem surname appeared 602 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 Azeem.

We can also compare 2010 data for Azeem 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 Azeem

The surname "AZEEM" is of Arabic origin, derived from the word "azim," which means "great" or "magnificent." This name has its roots in the Middle Eastern region, particularly in countries like Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and other parts of the Arab world.

The earliest known record of the surname "AZEEM" can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the rise of the Islamic caliphates. It is believed that the name was initially adopted by individuals or families who possessed qualities of greatness, either in their deeds, their status, or their contributions to society.

One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the surname "AZEEM" was Abdur Rahman Azeem, a renowned scholar and poet who lived in Baghdad during the 9th century. His works were widely celebrated for their depth and eloquence, earning him the epithet "Azeem" (the Great).

In the 11th century, the name "AZEEM" gained further prominence with the rise of the Seljuk Empire. Alp Azeem, a prominent military commander and governor, played a significant role in the expansion of the Seljuk territories. His victories and strategic acumen earned him the surname "Azeem," which was passed down through generations of his family.

Another notable figure with the surname "AZEEM" was Khwaja Azeem Uddin Chishti, a revered Sufi saint who lived in the 13th century. His spiritual teachings and influence spread across South Asia, and several shrines and monuments were erected in his honor, including the famous Dargah Khwaja Saheb in Uttar Pradesh, India.

During the Mughal Empire in the 16th century, the surname "AZEEM" was associated with individuals of high rank and status. Mirza Azeem Khan, a prominent noble and military commander, served under Emperor Akbar and played a crucial role in the conquest of Bengal.

Over the centuries, the surname "AZEEM" has been carried by various individuals across different regions, including scholars, poets, mystics, and military leaders. Some other notable figures with this surname include:

1. Hakim Mohammad Azeem Khan (18th century), a renowned physician and scholar in the court of the Mughal Emperor Shah Alam II.
2. Syed Azeem Ullah Shah (1831-1920), a prominent Islamic scholar and reformist from the Indian subcontinent.
3. Mohammad Azeem Malik (1920-1997), a Pakistani politician and diplomat who served as the country's Foreign Minister.
4. Azeem Azeez (born 1958), an Iraqi-American engineer and entrepreneur, known for his contributions to wireless communications technology.
5. Azeem Sajjad (born 1981), a Pakistani cricketer who represented the national team in various formats.

While the surname "AZEEM" originated in the Arab world, it has since spread to other regions through migration, trade, and cultural exchange. Today, individuals bearing this surname can be found in various parts of the Middle East, South Asia, and among their diasporic communities worldwide.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Azeem

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

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

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