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

Hazari, 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 Hazari surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hazari in America

Hazari is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hazari surname appeared 114 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 Hazari.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hazari 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 Hazari

The surname HAZARI has its origins in the Indian subcontinent, specifically in the northern regions of present-day India and Pakistan. The name derives from the Persian word "hazār," which means "thousand," and likely originated during the medieval period when the region was under the influence of Persian-speaking rulers.

The earliest recorded instances of the HAZARI surname can be traced back to the 16th century, during the Mughal Empire. It is believed that the name was initially bestowed upon individuals who held positions of authority or commanded large numbers of troops or subjects, signifying their importance and influence.

One of the earliest notable individuals bearing the HAZARI surname was Malik Hazari, a prominent military leader and administrator who served under the Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. Malik Hazari played a significant role in the conquest and administration of territories in present-day Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Another historical figure of note was Shah Hazari, a Sufi mystic and spiritual leader who lived in the 17th century and was renowned for his teachings and followers across northern India. Shah Hazari's influence extended beyond religious circles, and he was respected by the Mughal aristocracy for his wisdom and spiritual guidance.

In the 18th century, the HAZARI surname gained prominence in the region of Punjab, where several families bearing the name rose to prominence as landowners and administrators under the Sikh Empire. One such individual was Sardar Hazari Singh, a military commander and ruler of the princely state of Kapurthala in the early 19th century.

During the British colonial period, the HAZARI surname was associated with several notable figures, including Sir Syed Ahmed Khan Hazari, a pioneering Muslim reformer and educationist who founded the Aligarh Muslim University in 1875. He played a pivotal role in promoting modern education and social reform among Indian Muslims.

Another prominent HAZARI was Bhai Hazari Mal, a renowned scholar and linguist from Punjab in the late 19th century. He made significant contributions to the study and preservation of the Punjabi language and literature, and his works remain influential in contemporary Punjabi literary circles.

Throughout its history, the HAZARI surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including military leaders, spiritual guides, landowners, administrators, and scholars, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of the Indian subcontinent.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hazari

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

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

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