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

Gurel, 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 Gurel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Gurel in America

Gurel is the 123796th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Gurel surname appeared 139 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 Gurel.

The history of the last name Gurel

The surname GUREL is of Turkish origin, originating in the Anatolian region of modern-day Turkey. Its roots can be traced back to the 13th century, during the time of the Seljuk Turks. The name is believed to be derived from the Turkish word "gür," which means "lush" or "dense," possibly referring to someone who lived near a lush or dense forest or vegetation.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name GUREL can be found in a historical Ottoman document from the 15th century, where it was spelled "Gürel." This document detailed land ownership records in the region of Anatolia. The name's spelling evolved over time, with various variations such as "Gürel," "Gurel," and "Gurell" appearing in different historical records.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Mehmet Gurel was mentioned in several Ottoman chronicles as a distinguished military commander who served under Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. He was known for his bravery and strategic skills during various campaigns against the Safavid Empire in Persia.

Another notable individual with the surname GUREL was Ismail Gurel, a renowned Islamic scholar and poet who lived in the 17th century. He was born in the city of Konya and authored several works on Islamic theology and literature, including a celebrated collection of poems titled "Gülistan-ı Aşk" (The Rose Garden of Love).

During the 19th century, the name GUREL was associated with several influential families in the regions of Izmir and Bursa. One such figure was Ali Gurel, a successful merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the local economy and politics of Izmir during the late Ottoman period.

In more recent history, Cevdet Gurel (1901-1989) was a prominent Turkish architect and urban planner. He is best known for his contributions to the modern architectural landscape of Istanbul, designing several iconic buildings and urban development projects in the city.

Throughout its long history, the surname GUREL has maintained its Turkish roots and has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including military leaders, scholars, merchants, and professionals, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural and historical fabric of Turkey.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Gurel

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

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

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