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

Imamović, 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 Imamović surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Imamović in America

Imamović is the 78567th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Imamović surname appeared 243 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 Imamović.

We can also compare 2010 data for Imamović 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 Imamović

The surname Imamovic originates from the Bosnian region of the Balkan peninsula, with roots tracing back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Turkish word "imam," meaning a leader or a religious teacher in the Islamic faith. The suffix "-ovic" is a common Slavic patronymic, indicating the name belonged to the son or descendant of an imam.

During the Ottoman occupation of the Balkans, many local families adopted Turkish names and titles, which later became their surnames. The earliest records of the Imamovic name can be found in the tax registers and census documents from the late 15th and early 16th centuries, indicating the presence of this surname among the Muslim population of Bosnia.

One of the earliest documented individuals with the Imamovic surname was Hasan Imamovic, a prominent religious scholar and imam who lived in the city of Sarajevo in the late 16th century. His writings and teachings were highly respected among the local Muslim community, and his descendants continued to carry the Imamovic name.

In the 17th century, the Imamovic family played a significant role in the cultural and intellectual life of Bosnia. Mehmed Imamovic, born in 1624, was a renowned poet and writer who contributed to the development of Bosnian literature during the Ottoman era. His works, including collections of poetry and religious texts, were widely circulated and studied.

During the 19th century, the Imamovic surname gained further prominence with the rise of several notable figures. Mustafa Imamovic, born in 1815, was a respected military commander who served in the Ottoman army and participated in various campaigns in the Balkans. He was known for his strategic skills and bravery on the battlefield.

Another notable figure was Fatima Imamovic, born in 1842, who was a pioneering educator and advocate for women's rights. She established one of the first schools for girls in Sarajevo and played a crucial role in promoting education and empowerment for women in Bosnia.

In the 20th century, the Imamovic name continued to be associated with influential individuals. Ismet Imamovic, born in 1923, was a renowned historian and author who wrote extensively on the history of Bosnia and the Balkans. His works, such as "History of the Bosnian State" and "History of the Bosnian Muslims," are considered essential references in the field.

Lastly, Enver Imamovic, born in 1958, is a contemporary artist and sculptor from Bosnia. His works, often inspired by the rich cultural heritage of the Balkans, have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, and he is celebrated for his unique artistic style and contributions to the arts.

The Imamovic surname remains a prominent name in Bosnia and among the Bosnian diaspora, carrying a rich history and cultural significance that spans several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Imamović

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

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

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