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

Iliadis, 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 Iliadis surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Iliadis in America

Iliadis is the 136449th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Iliadis surname appeared 123 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 Iliadis.

The history of the last name Iliadis

The surname Iliadis originates from Greece and can be traced back to the 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Greek word "Ilias," which refers to the ancient Greek epic poem "The Iliad" by Homer. As such, the name is closely associated with the rich literary and cultural heritage of ancient Greece.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Iliadis can be found in a manuscript from the island of Crete, dated around 1472. This document mentions a certain Ioannis Iliadis, who was a scribe and scholar. It is speculated that he may have taken on the surname as a tribute to his profession and his deep admiration for the works of Homer.

During the Byzantine era, the name Iliadis was particularly prevalent among scholarly circles and members of the clergy. Some notable figures from that period include Nikolaos Iliadis (1420-1490), a renowned theologian and philosopher, and Georgios Iliadis (1452-1522), a celebrated poet and historian.

As the centuries passed, the Iliadis family spread across various regions of Greece, with some members settling in the Peloponnese peninsula and others establishing roots in the Aegean islands. One notable example is Petros Iliadis (1725-1798), a influential merchant and philanthropist from the island of Chios, whose generous contributions helped establish several schools and libraries in his hometown.

The 19th century saw a resurgence of interest in Greek literature and culture, and the name Iliadis gained further prominence. Alexandros Iliadis (1818-1892), a well-respected philologist and educator, played a significant role in preserving and promoting the study of ancient Greek texts. Another remarkable figure was Sophia Iliadis (1842-1924), a pioneering author and feminist who fought for women's rights and education in Greece.

Throughout its long history, the surname Iliadis has been carried by scholars, writers, artists, and individuals from various walks of life, all united by their connection to the rich cultural tapestry of Greece and the enduring legacy of Homer's epic works.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Iliadis

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

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

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