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

Ghantous, 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 Ghantous surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ghantous in America

Ghantous is the 75317th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ghantous surname appeared 256 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 Ghantous.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ghantous 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 Ghantous

The surname Ghantous has its roots in the Middle East, specifically in the region of Lebanon. It is believed to have originated in the late 15th or early 16th century, during the Ottoman rule over the region. The name is derived from the Arabic word "ghanta," which means "bell," and it is likely that the earliest bearers of this surname were somehow associated with bell-making or bell-ringing.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ghantous can be found in a historical document from the year 1583, which mentions a certain Yusuf Ghantous, a merchant from the city of Tripoli, Lebanon. This document provides a glimpse into the life and trade activities of the Ghantous family during the Ottoman era.

In the 17th century, the name Ghantous appeared in several records related to the Maronite Christian community in Lebanon. One notable figure was Father Boutros Ghantous, a Maronite priest who lived from 1620 to 1692 and was known for his contributions to the preservation of Maronite liturgical traditions.

As the Ghantous family grew and spread across Lebanon, they established themselves in various towns and villages. One of the most prominent locations associated with the name is the village of Ghantous, located in the Keserwan District of Mount Lebanon. This village likely took its name from the Ghantous family who settled there, and it served as a stronghold for the family's ancestral roots.

In the 19th century, the Ghantous name gained further recognition with the birth of Youssef Ghantous (1825-1905), a renowned Lebanese poet and writer. His works, which celebrated Lebanese culture and traditions, played a significant role in the literary renaissance of the region during that period.

Another notable figure was Khalil Ghantous (1870-1945), a Lebanese diplomat and politician who served as the Prime Minister of Lebanon from 1927 to 1928. His contributions to the country's political landscape during the early years of its independence were significant.

Throughout history, the Ghantous surname has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including artists, scholars, and professionals. While the name may have evolved slightly in its spelling over the centuries, its connection to the bell-making heritage and the rich cultural traditions of Lebanon remains a source of pride for those who bear it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ghantous

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

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

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