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

Khavari, 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 Khavari surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khavari in America

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

The Khavari 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 Khavari.

We can also compare 2010 data for Khavari 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 Khavari

The surname Khavari has its origins in Persia, now modern-day Iran. It dates back to the 16th century, originating from the word "Khavar" which means "east" or "eastern" in Persian.

The Khavari name was initially associated with families residing in the eastern regions of Iran, particularly in the provinces of Khorasan and Sistan. It is believed that the name was adopted to distinguish those hailing from the eastern parts of the country.

Historical records indicate that the Khavari surname appeared in various Persian manuscripts and documents from the Safavid era, which spanned the 16th to 18th centuries. One notable mention is found in the "Silsilat al-Nasab," a genealogical text compiled during the reign of Shah Abbas I in the early 17th century.

The earliest known bearer of the Khavari surname was Mirza Mohammad Khavari, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in the late 16th century. His works, including the poetry collection "Divan-e Khavari," have been preserved and studied by literary scholars.

Another prominent figure with the Khavari surname was Amir Khan Khavari, a military commander who served under Shah Abbas II in the mid-17th century. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Safavid Empire and was celebrated for his strategic prowess.

In the 18th century, Haji Mohammad Khavari, a wealthy merchant from Mashhad, gained recognition for his philanthropic endeavors. He funded the construction of several caravanserais and public buildings, leaving a lasting impact on the city's infrastructure.

During the Qajar dynasty in the 19th century, Mirza Reza Khavari, a prominent statesman and diplomat, represented Persia in various international negotiations. His diplomatic skills and expertise in foreign affairs were highly regarded.

Another notable figure from the same era was Fatima Khavari, a celebrated poet and calligrapher. Her works, known for their exquisite calligraphy and poetic prowess, have been preserved in various collections and libraries.

While the Khavari surname originated in eastern Iran, it eventually spread to other regions as families migrated and settled in different parts of the country. Today, the name can be found among families across Iran, reflecting its rich historical roots and cultural significance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khavari

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

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

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