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

Bazzy, 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 Bazzy surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bazzy in America

Bazzy is the 69579th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bazzy surname appeared 282 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 Bazzy.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bazzy 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 Bazzy

The surname "Bazzy" is believed to have originated in the Middle East, specifically in the region of modern-day Iran and Iraq. It likely emerged during the medieval period, around the 11th or 12th century CE. The name is thought to be derived from the Persian word "baz," meaning "falcon" or "hawk," suggesting a possible connection to falconry or hunting traditions in the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "Bazzy" can be found in the writings of the renowned Persian poet, Rumi, who lived during the 13th century. In his poetic works, Rumi makes references to a skilled falconer named "Bazzy," indicating the name's association with the ancient art of falconry in Persia.

As the name spread across the Middle East and beyond, it evolved into various spellings and variations. In some regions, it was written as "Bazi" or "Bazy," while in others, it took on forms like "Bazzi" or "Bazziy." These slight alterations were often influenced by local dialects and linguistic traditions.

During the Ottoman Empire's expansion in the 16th and 17th centuries, the name "Bazzy" gained prominence among certain families and individuals within the empire. One notable figure was Ahmed Bazzy, a renowned Ottoman calligrapher and artist who lived in the early 17th century. His intricate calligraphic works adorned the walls of mosques and palaces throughout the Ottoman territories.

In the 18th century, a merchant family known as the Bazzys gained prominence in the city of Aleppo, which was then part of the Ottoman Empire. They established a successful trading network, dealing in spices, textiles, and other valuable goods, and their name became associated with entrepreneurial endeavors in the region.

Another individual of note was Fatima Bazzy, a skilled ceramicist who lived in the 19th century in Iznik, a city renowned for its exquisite pottery. Her intricate and colorful pottery designs were highly sought after and can be found in museums and private collections around the world.

As the name spread further across the globe through migrations and trade, it found its way into various cultures and communities. In the 20th century, several notable figures carried the surname "Bazzy," including the Iraqi writer and poet Khalil Bazzy (1920-1985), whose works explored themes of identity, displacement, and cultural heritage.

While the surname "Bazzy" may have undergone various transformations and adaptations throughout history, its origins can be traced back to the rich cultural tapestry of the Middle East, where it once signified a connection to the ancient traditions of falconry and hunting.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bazzy

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

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

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