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

Haz, 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 Haz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Haz in America

Haz is the 137327th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Haz surname appeared 122 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 Haz.

The history of the last name Haz

The surname "Haz" is believed to have originated in the Middle East, specifically in regions that are now part of modern-day Syria and Lebanon. It can be traced back to the 7th century AD, when Arabic was the predominant language in these areas. The name is thought to be derived from the Arabic word "hazz," which means "to shake" or "to move."

One of the earliest known references to the surname "Haz" can be found in a historical document from the 9th century AD, which mentions a merchant named Ali ibn Haz who was involved in the spice trade between the Middle East and Europe. This suggests that the name was already well-established in the region by that time.

As the centuries passed, the surname "Haz" spread to other parts of the Middle East and North Africa, as well as parts of Europe, particularly in areas that were influenced by Arab culture and trade. In some regions, the name underwent slight variations in spelling, such as "Haze" or "Haaz."

One notable bearer of the surname "Haz" was a 12th-century scholar and mathematician named Ibn al-Haz, who made significant contributions to the field of algebra. His work was influential in the development of mathematical concepts in the Islamic world and beyond.

During the 13th century, there are records of a family named Haz residing in the city of Granada, which was then part of the Nasrid Kingdom in modern-day Spain. This family was known for their expertise in agriculture and horticulture, and they played a significant role in introducing new farming techniques and crops to the region.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Fatima Haz was recorded as being a renowned calligrapher and artist in the court of the Ottoman Empire. Her intricate calligraphic works adorned many of the mosques and palaces of Istanbul during that period.

Another notable figure with the surname "Haz" was a 17th-century merchant and explorer named Malik Haz, who traveled extensively throughout the Middle East and parts of Asia, establishing trade routes and contributing to the exchange of knowledge and goods between different cultures.

Overall, the surname "Haz" has a rich history that spans centuries and crosses multiple cultural boundaries, reflecting the diverse and influential presence of those who bore this name throughout the ages.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Haz

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

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

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