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

Emadi, 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 Emadi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Emadi in America

Emadi is the 107134th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Emadi surname appeared 166 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 Emadi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Emadi 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 Emadi

The surname Emadi is believed to have originated in Iran, with roots tracing back to ancient Persia. It is derived from the Persian word "Emad," which means "pillar" or "support," suggesting that the name may have initially been given to someone who played a significant role in supporting their community or family.

The earliest known records of the Emadi surname can be found in historical documents from the 9th century, during the Abbasid Caliphate. One notable reference is in the writings of the Persian scholar and historian, Al-Tabari, who mentioned an influential family with the surname Emadi residing in the city of Qom.

During the Seljuk Empire period, which ruled over parts of the Middle East and Central Asia from the 11th to the 13th century, the Emadi name gained prominence. Several historical figures with this surname held influential positions within the Seljuk court and administration. One such individual was Emad al-Din Emadi, a prominent minister and advisor to Sultan Malik Shah I, who lived from 1055 to 1092.

As the Persian Empire expanded and cultural influences spread, the Emadi surname began to appear in various regions, with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation. For instance, in the Ottoman Empire, the name was sometimes spelled as "Emmadi" or "Immadi."

One of the earliest notable figures with the Emadi surname was the Persian poet and writer, Fakhr al-Din Emadi, who lived from 1154 to 1228. His poetic works, particularly his collection of ghazals, were widely acclaimed and contributed to the rich literary tradition of the time.

Another prominent individual was Shams al-Din Emadi, a renowned Persian scholar and philosopher who lived from 1307 to 1378. He was known for his contributions to the fields of logic, metaphysics, and Islamic theology, and his works were widely studied in educational institutions across the region.

During the Safavid Dynasty, which ruled over Iran from 1501 to 1736, the Emadi surname continued to be prevalent. One notable figure from this period was Mirza Mohammad Emadi, a skilled calligrapher and artist who lived from 1640 to 1708. His intricate calligraphic works adorned many buildings and manuscripts of the time.

In more recent history, the Emadi surname has been associated with several influential figures in various fields. One example is Abdollah Emadi, a prominent Iranian economist and academic who lived from 1922 to 2010. He made significant contributions to the study of economic development and was widely respected for his scholarly work.

Throughout its history, the surname Emadi has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the regions where it originated and spread. While its meaning may have evolved over time, the name continues to be a testament to the enduring legacy of Persian culture and its influence on the wider world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Emadi

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

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

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