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

Khodadadi, 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 Khodadadi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Khodadadi in America

Khodadadi is the 120901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Khodadadi surname appeared 143 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 Khodadadi.

The history of the last name Khodadadi

The surname KHODADADI is of Persian origin, originating in Iran during the medieval period. It is a compound word derived from the Persian words "Khoda" meaning "God" and "dadi" meaning "given". The name can be translated to mean "Given by God" or "Gift of God".

KHODADADI is a relatively common surname in Iran, particularly in the provinces of Fars, Isfahan, and Yazd. It is believed to have first appeared in written records during the Safavid dynasty, which ruled over Iran from the 16th to the 18th century.

One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in the writings of the renowned Persian poet and mystic, Hafez, who lived during the 14th century. In one of his ghazals, he mentions a person with the surname KHODADADI, suggesting that the name was already in use at that time.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Mirza Mohammad KHODADADI served as the governor of the city of Isfahan under the Safavid ruler, Shah Abbas I. He is noted for his contributions to the city's architecture and urban planning.

Another notable person with this surname was Mirza Ali KHODADADI, a 19th-century Persian diplomat and scholar. He was appointed as the ambassador of Iran to the Ottoman Empire and played a crucial role in fostering diplomatic relations between the two empires.

During the 20th century, several individuals with the surname KHODADADI gained recognition in various fields. One such person was Hossein KHODADADI, a renowned Iranian painter and calligrapher who was born in 1914 and passed away in 1992. His works are celebrated for their intricate designs and incorporation of traditional Persian motifs.

Another notable figure was Saeed KHODADADI, an Iranian actor and filmmaker who was born in 1943. He starred in several popular films during the 1970s and 1980s and is considered a pioneer of the Iranian cinema industry.

In more recent times, Kianoush KHODADADI, an Iranian sports journalist and television presenter, has gained fame for his coverage of various sporting events, particularly soccer.

While the surname KHODADADI has its roots in the Persian language and culture, it has spread to other regions and countries through migration and diaspora communities. The name continues to carry its historical significance and serves as a reminder of its rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Khodadadi

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

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 Khodadadi 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.

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

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