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

Eskander, 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 Eskander surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Eskander in America

Eskander is the 45886th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Eskander surname appeared 465 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 Eskander.

We can also compare 2010 data for Eskander 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 Eskander

The surname ESKANDER is believed to have originated from the Persian name Iskandar, which is derived from the Greek name Alexander, meaning "defender of men." This name has its roots in ancient Persia and the Middle East, where it was associated with the legendary conqueror Alexander the Great.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname ESKANDER can be traced back to the 12th century in parts of modern-day Iran and surrounding regions. During this time, the name was often used as a personal name or title for those who displayed qualities of leadership and bravery, similar to the legacy of Alexander the Great.

In the 13th century, the name ESKANDER appeared in several Persian manuscripts and historical records, including the "Shahnameh" (Book of Kings), a literary masterpiece by the renowned Persian poet Ferdowsi. This work featured tales of ancient Persian kings and heroes, some of whom bore the name ESKANDER or variants of it.

As the centuries passed, the name ESKANDER spread throughout the Middle East and parts of Asia, carried by travelers, merchants, and scholars. It eventually found its way into various European languages and cultures, with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname ESKANDER was Mir Iskandar (1561-1634), a Persian prince and poet from the Safavid dynasty. His literary works and contributions to Persian literature have been celebrated for their eloquence and depth.

Another prominent individual was Iskander Shah (1384-1415), the ruler of the Sultante of Kashmir in the early 15th century. He was known for his patronage of the arts and his efforts to promote cultural exchange and trade in the region.

In the 19th century, Iskander Mirza (1899-1969) was a Pakistani politician and statesman who served as the first President of Pakistan after the country's independence from British rule. He played a significant role in shaping the nation's early political landscape.

The name ESKANDER has also been associated with various place names and locations throughout history. For example, the city of Iskandariya (Alexandria) in Egypt was founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BCE, and its name is a direct reference to his legacy.

While the surname ESKANDER has its roots in ancient Persia and the Middle East, it has since spread globally and has been adopted by diverse cultures and communities over the centuries. Its rich historical connections and associations with leadership, bravery, and cultural exchange have contributed to its enduring legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Eskander

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

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

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