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

Azizi, 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 Azizi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Azizi in America

Azizi is the 18347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Azizi surname appeared 1,510 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Azizi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Azizi 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 Azizi

The surname Azizi has its origins in the Persian language, tracing back to the Middle East region during the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Persian word "Aziz," which means "dear" or "beloved." The name's roots can be traced to various areas in modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Azizi surname can be found in historical manuscripts from the 13th century, where it was often used as a title or honorific for respected individuals. During the reign of the Safavid dynasty in Persia (modern-day Iran), the name gained prominence among noble families and scholars.

In the 15th century, a renowned Persian poet and scholar named Azizi Samarqandi (1416-1467) was known for his works in the field of literature and linguistics. His contributions to the Persian literary tradition cemented the Azizi name's association with intellectual and cultural pursuits.

Another notable figure bearing the Azizi surname was Mirza Muhammad Azizi (1628-1693), a Persian calligrapher and artist who gained recognition for his intricate calligraphic works and illustrations during the Safavid era. His artworks are preserved in various museums and collections worldwide.

During the 19th century, the Azizi surname gained prominence in the Ottoman Empire, particularly in regions such as modern-day Turkey and the Balkans. One notable figure from this period was Mehmet Azizi Pasha (1830-1899), an Ottoman statesman and diplomat who served as the Grand Vizier (Prime Minister) of the Ottoman Empire from 1876 to 1877.

In the 20th century, the Azizi surname continued to be found across various regions, including the Middle East, Central Asia, and parts of South Asia. One notable individual was Shams al-Din Azizi (1901-1975), an Afghan poet and scholar who contributed significantly to the preservation and promotion of Afghan literature and culture.

Another prominent figure was Fereydoun Azizi (1922-2004), an Iranian writer and journalist known for his literary works and contributions to the Iranian press during the 20th century. His writings often focused on social and political issues, reflecting the changing landscape of modern Iran.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Azizi

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

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

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