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

Ezzat, 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 Ezzat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ezzat in America

Ezzat is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ezzat surname appeared 207 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 Ezzat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ezzat 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 Ezzat

The surname "EZZAT" has its origins in the Arabic language and is prevalent among people of Arab descent, particularly in Egypt and other parts of the Middle East. This name can be traced back to the 8th century AD, during the early years of the Islamic Caliphate.

The name "EZZAT" is derived from the Arabic word "izzat," which means "honor," "glory," or "dignity." It is believed to have been initially used as a descriptive name to denote individuals who possessed these qualities or exhibited honorable conduct. This practice of adopting descriptive surnames was common in the Arab world during the medieval period.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "EZZAT" can be found in the writings of renowned Arab scholars and historians from the 9th and 10th centuries. For example, the famous historian Al-Tabari (838-923 AD) mentioned individuals with this surname in his comprehensive historical work, "Tarikh al-Rusul wa al-Muluk" (History of Prophets and Kings).

During the Mamluk Sultanate of Egypt (1250-1517 AD), the surname "EZZAT" gained prominence among the ruling elite and military ranks. Several high-ranking officials and commanders bore this name, reflecting their esteemed status and honorable service to the Sultanate. One notable figure was Ezzat Al-Nasiri (d. 1279 AD), a prominent Mamluk leader and military commander.

In the later Ottoman period, the surname "EZZAT" continued to be widely used across the regions under Ottoman rule, including parts of modern-day Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine. Notable individuals with this surname during this era include Ezzat Pasha (1818-1890), an Egyptian statesman and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Egypt in the 19th century.

Another significant figure was Ezzat Abdel-Qadir (1895-1963), an Egyptian writer, journalist, and politician who played a crucial role in the Egyptian nationalist movement and the struggle for independence from British rule. He was a prominent member of the Wafd Party and served as the Minister of Education and National Guidance.

In more recent history, Ezzat Abou Aouf (1924-2008) was an acclaimed Egyptian actor and screenwriter who contributed significantly to the Egyptian cinema industry. He starred in numerous popular films and television series, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim.

Furthermore, Ezzat Neguid (1925-2013) was an influential Egyptian architect and urban planner who left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of Cairo and other cities in Egypt. His designs blended modern and traditional elements, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ezzat

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

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

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