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

Djan, 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 Djan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Djan in America

Djan is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Djan surname appeared 118 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 Djan.

The history of the last name Djan

The surname DJAN has its origins in the Javanese region of Indonesia, dating back to the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old Javanese word "djan," which translates to "warrior" or "fighter." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals with a martial background or those known for their bravery and strength in battle.

The earliest recorded instances of the DJAN surname can be found in ancient manuscripts and chronicles from the Majapahit Empire, which ruled parts of modern-day Indonesia during the 14th and 15th centuries. One notable mention is in the Nagarakretagama, a famous Old Javanese prose work composed in 1365, where a warrior named Djan Wirabumi is praised for his valor in defending the kingdom.

While the DJAN name has its roots in Java, it has since spread to other parts of Indonesia and beyond. In the 18th century, records show a prominent figure named Djan Kartadibrata (1725-1795), a Javanese nobleman and advisor to the Sultan of Yogyakarta, who played a crucial role in preserving traditional Javanese culture and arts.

Another noteworthy individual bearing the DJAN surname was Djan Sukamto (1890-1965), a Indonesian revolutionary and politician who actively participated in the country's struggle for independence from Dutch colonial rule in the early 20th century.

The name DJAN has also been associated with places in Java, such as the village of Djanggalan, located in the Magelang Regency. This village's name is believed to be derived from the DJAN surname, further emphasizing its historical significance in the region.

Throughout history, several other notable individuals with the DJAN surname have made their mark, including:

1. Djan Harimurti (1902-1975), a prominent Indonesian artist and painter known for his traditional Javanese-style works.
2. Djan Sofyan (1926-2008), a renowned Indonesian composer and musician who played a significant role in the development of modern Indonesian music.
3. Djan Suwandono (1938-2011), a celebrated Indonesian actor and director who appeared in numerous films and television series.
4. Djan Syarifuddin (1921-1997), a respected Indonesian diplomat and politician who served as the country's foreign minister in the 1960s.
5. Djan Sutrisno (1947-present), a prominent Indonesian businessman and philanthropist who has contributed to various charitable causes in the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Djan

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

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

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