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

Azizova, 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 Azizova surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Azizova in America

Azizova is the 134712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Azizova surname appeared 125 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 Azizova.

The history of the last name Azizova

The surname Azizova is a Azerbaijani name derived from the Arabic word "aziz" meaning dear, beloved, or precious. It is believed to have originated in the region of modern-day Azerbaijan during the 7th century, when Islam spread to the region and Arabic names became more prevalent.

The earliest known record of the name Azizova can be found in a 10th-century manuscript from the city of Shaki, where it was mentioned as the surname of a prominent local family. Over the centuries, the name spread across Azerbaijan and neighboring regions, with various spellings and variations emerging, such as Azizov, Azizoglu, and Azizbayov.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname Azizova was Fatima Azizova, a renowned poet and calligrapher who lived in the 14th century. Her works, which celebrated the beauty of the Azerbaijani language and culture, are still studied and admired today.

During the 16th century, the name Azizova gained further prominence when Mahmud Azizova, a skilled architect, was commissioned to design several mosques and madrasas in the city of Baku. His architectural legacy, characterized by intricate tilework and intricate carvings, can still be seen in various parts of the city.

In the 19th century, Mirza Fatali Akhundov, a prominent Azerbaijani writer, playwright, and philosopher, was born into the Azizov family. His works, which advocated for social and educational reforms, had a profound impact on the intellectual and cultural landscape of Azerbaijan.

Another notable individual with the surname Azizova was Gara Azizova, a renowned singer and musician who lived in the early 20th century. She was widely celebrated for her mastery of traditional Azerbaijani music and her powerful vocal performances, which helped preserve and promote the country's rich musical heritage.

Throughout history, the surname Azizova has been associated with individuals from diverse fields, including scholars, artists, politicians, and business leaders, reflecting the diverse contributions of those bearing this name to Azerbaijani society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Azizova

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

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 Azizova 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.

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

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