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

Bashour, 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 Bashour surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bashour in America

Bashour is the 140157th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bashour surname appeared 119 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 Bashour.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bashour 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 Bashour

The surname BASHOUR is of Arabic origin, tracing its roots back to the Middle East. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, derived from the Arabic word "bashar," which translates to "human" or "people." The name's earliest known bearers were likely inhabitants of the region now encompassed by modern-day Syria and Lebanon.

The earliest recorded mention of the BASHOUR name can be found in historical manuscripts dating back to the 12th century, where it was often spelled as "Bashur" or "Bashour." These ancient documents suggest that the name was particularly prevalent among families residing in the cities of Damascus and Aleppo, as well as the surrounding rural areas.

In the 14th century, the BASHOUR name appeared in various governmental records and property deeds from the Ottoman Empire. One notable figure from this era was Ahmed Bashour, a respected scholar and philosopher born in 1325 in Damascus. His writings on theology and ethics greatly influenced the intellectual discourse of his time.

During the 16th century, the BASHOUR family gained prominence in the region, with several members holding positions of influence within the Ottoman bureaucracy. Ibrahim Bashour, born in 1520 in Aleppo, served as a high-ranking official in the Ottoman court, renowned for his diplomatic skills and expertise in international affairs.

As the years progressed, the BASHOUR name spread across the Middle East and beyond, with members of the family migrating to various corners of the world. One such individual was Fatima Bashour, a renowned poet and literary figure born in 1810 in Beirut. Her works, which celebrated the beauty of Arabic language and culture, earned her widespread acclaim throughout the region.

Another notable bearer of the BASHOUR name was Khalil Bashour, a prominent businessman and philanthropist born in 1875 in Damascus. He made significant contributions to the development of the city's infrastructure and educational institutions, leaving a lasting legacy in his hometown.

Throughout its rich history, the BASHOUR surname has been carried by individuals from diverse walks of life, from scholars and artists to merchants and public servants. While its origins can be traced back to the Middle East, the name has since gained a global presence, serving as a testament to the enduring influence of Arabic culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bashour

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

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

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