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

Gumaneh, 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 Gumaneh surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gumaneh in America

Gumaneh is the 156044th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gumaneh surname appeared 104 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 Gumaneh.

The history of the last name Gumaneh

The surname GUMANEH is believed to have originated in the northwestern region of Iran, likely in the ancient Persian province of Gilan. Its roots can be traced back to the Middle Persian language, with possible derivations from the words "guman" meaning "doubt" or "suspicion," and "neh" signifying "no" or "not." The combination of these elements may have initially denoted a person with a skeptical or questioning nature.

During the medieval period, variations of the name GUMANEH appeared in several Persian manuscripts, including the poetic works of renowned literary figures like Ferdowsi and Rumi. One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname can be found in a 12th-century tax record from the city of Rasht, where a landowner named Gumaneh ibn Hasan is mentioned.

In the 14th century, a prominent scholar and theologian named Gumaneh al-Din Shirazi gained recognition for his contributions to Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy. His writings on Sharia law and ethical principles were widely studied throughout the region.

The GUMANEH name also has ties to several locations within Iran. The village of Gumanehdeh, located in the province of Mazandaran, is believed to have derived its name from early settlers bearing the GUMANEH surname. Additionally, the town of Gumaneh-Sar in Gilan province may have originated from a similar source.

During the 16th century, a distinguished military commander named Gumaneh Khan served under the Safavid dynasty, playing a pivotal role in several campaigns against the Ottoman Empire. His exploits are documented in the chronicles of the Safavid court historians.

Another notable figure bearing the GUMANEH surname was Mirza Gumaneh Isfahani, a renowned calligrapher and artist who lived in the 18th century. His intricate calligraphic works adorned the walls of mosques and palaces throughout the Persian realm, and his techniques were widely studied by subsequent generations of calligraphers.

In the 19th century, a prominent poet and mystic named Gumaneh Qazvini gained recognition for his spiritual verses and allegories. His poetry collections, such as "The Garden of Wisdom," were widely circulated and celebrated for their profound insights and symbolic language.

While the GUMANEH surname may have evolved and dispersed over time, its historical roots remain firmly grounded in the cultural and linguistic heritage of ancient Persia, reflecting a rich tapestry of scholarly, artistic, and military accomplishments.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gumaneh

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

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 Gumaneh 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.

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

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