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

Majok, 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 Majok surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Majok in America

Majok is the 86981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Majok surname appeared 214 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 Majok.

The history of the last name Majok

The surname MAJOK is believed to have originated in the South Sudan region of Africa, with its earliest recorded usage dating back to the 16th century. The name is thought to derive from the Dinka language, where "majok" means "one who is wise" or "one who is knowledgeable." This suggests that the name may have been initially bestowed upon individuals who were revered for their wisdom or intellectual abilities within their communities.

In the historical records of the region, the MAJOK name appears in various forms, including "Majook" and "Majouk," reflecting the linguistic variations and spelling conventions of the time. One of the earliest known references to the name can be found in a collection of oral histories compiled by European missionaries in the late 17th century, where a prominent Dinka elder named Majok Athian is mentioned as a respected leader and advisor to his people.

As the MAJOK lineage spread across the region, the name became associated with several notable figures throughout the centuries. One such individual was Majok Arop Kuol (c. 1820-1890), a renowned Dinka warrior and strategist who played a pivotal role in defending his people against external threats during a period of intense conflict in the region.

Another notable bearer of the MAJOK name was Majok Aguer Deng (1892-1968), a respected traditional healer and spiritual leader who was widely revered for his knowledge of medicinal plants and his ability to navigate the spiritual realms. His teachings and practices were passed down through generations, influencing the cultural and spiritual beliefs of many communities in South Sudan.

In the late 19th century, the MAJOK name also gained prominence with Majok Majok Garang (1875-1952), a skilled diplomat and negotiator who played a crucial role in mediating disputes between rival clans and facilitating peaceful coexistence during a time of great turmoil in the region.

Lastly, the MAJOK lineage produced a distinguished academic and writer in the form of Majok Atem Majok (1930-2005), whose works on Dinka culture, history, and language were widely celebrated and helped to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of his people.

While the MAJOK surname has its roots firmly planted in the historical traditions of South Sudan, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families seeking new opportunities or fleeing conflicts in their homeland. However, the name remains a proud symbol of the wisdom, resilience, and cultural richness of its origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Majok

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

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

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