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

Islar, 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 Islar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Islar in America

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

The Islar 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 Islar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Islar 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 Islar

The surname Islar is of Turkish origin, tracing its roots back to the Ottoman Empire and the Anatolian region of modern-day Turkey. It likely emerged as a locational surname, derived from a specific town or village name that has since been lost or assimilated into a different form.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Islar surname can be found in the 16th-century Ottoman tax records, known as the "Tapu Tahrir Defterleri." These documents were meticulously maintained to track the population and assess taxes across the empire's territories. The name appears sporadically throughout these records, providing evidence of its existence and usage during that period.

In the 17th century, an influential figure named Mustafa Islar rose to prominence as a skilled calligrapher and illuminator in the Ottoman court. His works adorned many important manuscripts and documents, earning him recognition and respect among his contemporaries. Mustafa Islar's birth and death dates are not precisely known, but his contributions to the art of calligraphy are well-documented.

During the 18th century, a renowned poet and scholar named Ahmet Islar gained acclaim for his poetic works and scholarly writings. Born in 1720 in the city of Bursa, Ahmet Islar's literary contributions played a significant role in preserving and promoting Turkish literature and culture during a period of political upheaval and transition.

In the 19th century, a notable figure named Mehmet Islar emerged as a prominent merchant and trader in the city of Izmir, then known as Smyrna. His successful business ventures and philanthropic endeavors earned him respect and admiration among the local community. Mehmet Islar's birth and death dates are uncertain, but his legacy as a prosperous merchant and benefactor is well-documented.

Another notable bearer of the Islar surname was Fatma Islar, a pioneering educator who lived in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Fatma Islar was instrumental in establishing one of the first schools for girls in the Ottoman Empire, paving the way for increased educational opportunities for women in the region. Her exact birth and death dates are unknown, but her contributions to education and gender equality are widely recognized.

While the surname Islar may have originated from a specific location, its presence across various historical records and the accomplishments of individuals bearing this name highlight its enduring legacy within Turkish culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Islar

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

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

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