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

Jabbari, 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 Jabbari surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jabbari in America

Jabbari is the 90113th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jabbari surname appeared 205 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 Jabbari.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jabbari 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 Jabbari

The surname Jabbari is believed to have originated in Iran, derived from the Persian word "jabbar," which means "great" or "powerful." The name likely emerged during the medieval period when surnames became more common in the region.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Jabbari can be traced back to the 10th century in various Persian manuscripts and historical records. One notable mention is found in the "Tarikh-e Beyhaqi," a famous chronicle written by the Persian historian Abu'l-Fazl Beyhaqi, where he referred to a nobleman named Jabbari.

In the 13th century, the name appears in connection with the town of Jabbaran, located in the present-day province of Razavi Khorasan, Iran. It is possible that the surname Jabbari was initially associated with individuals who hailed from this particular town or region.

During the Safavid Dynasty (1501-1736), several individuals bearing the name Jabbari held prominent positions within the Persian court and administration. One notable figure was Mirza Ali Jabbari, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 16th century and served as a tutor to the Safavid princes.

Another historical figure with the surname Jabbari was Reza Qoli Khan Jabbari, a military commander who played a significant role in the Russo-Persian Wars of the early 19th century. He was known for his bravery and strategic skills on the battlefield.

In the realm of literature, the name Jabbari is associated with Mirza Mohammad Ali Jabbari, a celebrated Persian poet who lived in the 19th century. His works, which often celebrated Persian culture and traditions, were widely acclaimed during his lifetime.

The name Jabbari has also been prominent in the field of religion and spirituality. One notable figure was Sheikh Mohammad Jabbari, a revered Sufi mystic and scholar who lived in the 18th century and was known for his profound teachings on Islamic mysticism.

While the surname Jabbari is predominantly found in Iran and among Persian communities, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora. However, its roots and historical significance remain deeply intertwined with the rich cultural heritage of Persia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jabbari

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

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

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