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

Ghods, 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 Ghods surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ghods in America

Ghods is the 105600th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ghods surname appeared 169 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 Ghods.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ghods 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 Ghods

The surname GHODS is believed to have originated from Iran in the 16th century. It is derived from the Persian word "Khoda," which means "God" or "deity." This name was likely adopted by individuals who were deeply religious or had strong spiritual connections.

In ancient Persian manuscripts, variations of the name, such as "Khodadad" and "Khodabakhsh," can be found, indicating the name's long-standing presence in the region. These variations translate to "God-given" and "God's blessing," respectively, further reinforcing the name's association with divinity.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name GHODS can be traced back to a 17th-century Persian scholar and poet named Mirza Mohammad Ghods, who was born in Isfahan in 1620 and gained recognition for his literary works and contributions to Persian culture.

Another notable figure with the surname GHODS was Seyyed Mehdi Ghods, a prominent Iranian philosopher and mystic who lived from 1858 to 1925. His teachings and writings significantly influenced the spiritual and intellectual landscape of his time.

In the 19th century, the name GHODS appeared in historical records related to the Iranian city of Qom, which is considered a holy city in Shia Islam. The Ghods family was known for their religious devotion and involvement in the city's religious institutions.

Reza Ghods, born in 1912 in Tehran, was a renowned Iranian architect who played a pivotal role in shaping the modern architectural landscape of Iran. His designs, which combined traditional Persian elements with contemporary styles, left a lasting impact on the country's built environment.

Monir Ghods, born in 1936 in Tehran, was a celebrated Iranian actress and filmmaker. She gained international recognition for her performances in various Iranian films and was regarded as a pioneer in the country's cinematic arts.

Throughout history, the surname GHODS has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, ranging from literature and philosophy to architecture and the arts. The name's deep-rooted connection to spirituality and divinity has imbued it with a sense of reverence and cultural significance within the Iranian context.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ghods

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

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

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