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

Farzan, 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 Farzan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Farzan in America

Farzan is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Farzan surname appeared 146 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 Farzan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Farzan 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 Farzan

The surname Farzan has its origins in Persia, now known as Iran, and dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to be derived from the Persian word "farzan," which means "wise" or "knowledgeable." The name was likely given to individuals who were regarded as scholars or wise men in their communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Farzan can be found in a manuscript from the 12th century, which mentions a prominent scholar named Farzan al-Isfahani. He was a renowned philosopher and mathematician who lived in the city of Isfahan during the reign of the Seljuk Empire.

In the 14th century, there are mentions of a family with the surname Farzan residing in the city of Shiraz, which was a major cultural and literary center during that time. This family was known for their contributions to the arts and sciences, and several members were respected poets and scholars.

Throughout the medieval and early modern periods, the surname Farzan was associated with individuals who excelled in various fields of knowledge, such as literature, philosophy, and astronomy. One notable figure was Farzan Kashi, a 15th-century mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of astronomical instruments and the study of celestial mechanics.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Farzan Beg served as a military commander and governor in the Safavid Empire. He was known for his strategic prowess and his role in defending the empire's borders against invaders.

Another notable individual with the surname Farzan was Mirza Farzan Khan, who lived in the 18th century and served as a prime minister during the Qajar dynasty. He was highly respected for his diplomatic skills and his efforts to modernize the Iranian government and society.

While the surname Farzan has its roots in Persia, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and cultural exchange. However, its historical significance remains tied to its Persian origins and the legacy of scholarly and intellectual pursuits associated with the name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Farzan

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

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

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