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

Jamir, 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 Jamir surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jamir in America

Jamir is the 102688th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jamir surname appeared 175 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 Jamir.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jamir 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 Jamir

The surname Jamir originated in the Middle East, particularly in regions that are now part of modern-day Iran and Afghanistan. The name's roots can be traced back to the 10th century AD, during the reign of the Ghaznavid dynasty.

The name Jamir is believed to have derived from the Persian word "jamir," which means "gatherer" or "collector." This suggests that the earliest bearers of this surname may have been involved in professions related to gathering or collecting resources, such as agriculture, trade, or taxation.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Jamir can be found in a 12th-century manuscript detailing the exploits of a renowned Ghaznavid military commander named Jamir al-Din. This document provides valuable insight into the name's historical significance and its association with military prowess and leadership.

During the 13th century, the name Jamir appeared in various records and manuscripts from the region, often in connection with notable figures or events. For instance, a Persian poet named Jamir al-Kashi, born in 1235, gained recognition for his contributions to literature and poetry.

As the centuries passed, the Jamir surname spread across the Middle East and beyond, carried by individuals and families who migrated or established trade routes. One notable bearer of the name was Jamir ibn Uthman, a 14th-century scholar and theologian from Baghdad, whose works on Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy were widely studied.

In the 16th century, a wealthy merchant named Jamir al-Baghdadi was known for his extensive trade network spanning from the Middle East to Europe. His success in commerce and business ventures contributed to the spread of the Jamir name across different regions.

The Jamir surname also found its way to the Indian subcontinent, where it was adopted by various communities. One prominent figure was Jamir Khan, a 17th-century military leader who served under the Mughal Empire and played a crucial role in several military campaigns.

Throughout history, the Jamir surname has been associated with individuals from diverse backgrounds and professions, including scholars, poets, military leaders, merchants, and more. While its origins can be traced back to the Middle East, the name's legacy has transcended geographical boundaries, reflecting the rich cultural exchange and migration patterns of the past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jamir

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

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

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