Azmi
A surname of Arabic origin meaning "determined", "resolute", or "great".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 308 Americans carry the last name Azmi. That puts it at #76,029 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,112,839 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Azmi surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
308
1 in 1,112,839
Census rank
#76,029
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
253
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 253 bearers of the surname Azmi in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 76029th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Azmi, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 56.1%. The next largest groups are White (34.8%) and Two or More Races (5.5%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Azmi
The surname AZMI has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have first emerged in the Middle East region during the medieval period, around the 7th or 8th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "azmah," which translates to "determination" or "resolve," suggesting that the name may have initially been bestowed upon individuals who exhibited strong-willed or resolute characteristics.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the AZMI surname can be traced back to a manuscript from the 10th century, which mentions an individual named Abu Bakr al-Azmi, a scholar and writer who lived in Persia (present-day Iran) during the Abbasid Caliphate. This historical reference provides evidence of the surname's use and recognition in that era.
In the 11th century, the AZMI surname appears in records from the city of Aleppo, located in present-day Syria. These records document the presence of a family bearing the AZMI name, indicating their settlement and influence in the region during that time.
The AZMI surname has also been associated with various place names throughout history. For instance, the town of Azmi in modern-day Iran is believed to have been named after an individual or family with the AZMI surname, suggesting their presence and potential influence in the area.
Notable individuals with the AZMI surname include:
1. Al-Azmi al-Hafiz (1013-1092), a renowned scholar and hadith collector from Persia.
2. Ibn al-Azmi (1120-1190), a prominent poet and literary figure from Aleppo, Syria.
3. Saad al-Azmi (1850-1927), a political activist and reformer from Egypt who played a significant role in the Egyptian national movement.
4. Abdulaziz al-Azmi (1904-1988), a Saudi Arabian politician and diplomat who served as the Kingdom's ambassador to several countries.
5. Naser al-Azmi (1941-2022), a Kuwaiti writer and journalist known for his contributions to Arabic literature and cultural criticism.
Throughout its history, the AZMI surname has been spelled in various ways, such as Al-Azmi, Al-Azmee, and Azmee, reflecting regional variations and linguistic adaptations. However, the core meaning and ancestry of the name have remained consistent, tracing its roots back to the Arabic language and the Middle Eastern region.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Azmi
Among Census respondents with the surname Azmi, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 56.1%. The next largest groups are White (34.8%) and Two or More Races (5.5%).
The bar chart below shows how Azmi bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Azmi surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- Asian and Pacific Islander56.1%
- White34.8%
- Two or more races5.5%
- Hispanic or Latino3.2%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Azmi surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #76,029 | #76,029 | 0.0% |
| Count | 253 | 253 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Azmi bearers went from 253 to 253 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #76,029 to #76,029.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Azmi
FAQ
Azmi surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Azmi?
The surname Azmi holds position #76,029 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 308 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Azmi surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Azmi, the largest self-reported group is Asian/Pacific Islander at 56.1%. The next largest groups are White (34.8%) and Two or More Races (5.5%). These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.