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

Cassim, 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 Cassim surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cassim in America

Cassim is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cassim surname appeared 134 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 Cassim.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cassim 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 Cassim

The surname Cassim originated in the Arab world, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD. It is believed to be derived from the ancient Arabic word "Qasim," meaning "distributor" or "divider." This name was prominent among the early Islamic communities in the Middle East and North Africa.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Cassim can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab historian and geographer, Al-Masudi, who lived in the 10th century. He mentioned a prominent scholar and philosopher named Abu Bakr al-Qasim, who lived in the city of Kufa (present-day Iraq) during the 8th century.

During the Middle Ages, the name Cassim appeared in various historical records across the Islamic world. In the 12th century, a famous poet and writer named Abul-Qasim al-Andalusi hailed from the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal). His literary works were highly influential during the Golden Age of Islamic culture in Andalusia.

As the Islamic empires expanded, the name Cassim spread to other regions, including parts of Asia and Africa. One notable figure was Sheik Abul Qasim Mahmud, a Sufi mystic and scholar who lived in present-day Afghanistan during the 12th century. His teachings and writings on Islamic philosophy and spirituality had a profound impact on the region.

In the 16th century, a prominent Ottoman statesman and historian named Mustafa Qasim Efendi served as the chief scribe (Reisülküttab) of the Ottoman Empire. His chronicles and historical accounts provide valuable insights into the Ottoman court and administration during that period.

Another significant figure was Mirza Qasim Khan, an Indian nobleman and military leader who played a crucial role in the establishment of the Mughal Empire in the 16th century. He served as the governor of several provinces and was renowned for his leadership and administrative skills.

Over the centuries, the name Cassim has been associated with various place names and locations across the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia. For instance, the city of Qasim in modern-day Saudi Arabia and the Qasim region in central Iran are believed to have derived their names from this ancient surname.

While the spelling and pronunciation of the name may have varied slightly across different cultures and regions, the essence of its meaning – "distributor" or "divider" – has remained consistent throughout history, reflecting the influential roles played by many individuals bearing this surname in various fields, from literature and philosophy to governance and military affairs.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cassim

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

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

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