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

Makda, 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 Makda surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Makda in America

Makda is the 159712th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Makda surname appeared 101 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 Makda.

The history of the last name Makda

The surname MAKDA originates from the Berber people of North Africa, particularly in the regions of modern-day Morocco and Algeria. It is derived from the ancient Berber word "Mekda," meaning "wise one" or "learned person."

The name can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 11th to 13th centuries. During this time, the Berber tribes played a significant role in the cultural and intellectual landscape of the region. Records from this era indicate that scholars and wise men bearing the name MAKDA were highly respected within their communities.

One of the earliest documented references to the name MAKDA appears in a manuscript from the 12th century, which chronicles the life and works of a revered Berber scholar and philosopher, Abu Bakr Al-Makda (1095-1165). This renowned figure made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy, mathematics, and Islamic theology.

In the 14th century, the name MAKDA gained further prominence with the rise of the Marinid Dynasty in Morocco. During this period, a notable figure named Ahmed Al-Makda (1310-1387) served as a vizier and trusted advisor to the Marinid sultans, renowned for his wisdom and diplomatic skills.

Another notable bearer of the MAKDA surname was Fatima Al-Makda (1452-1524), a celebrated poet and scholar from the city of Fez. Her works, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, were widely acclaimed and influenced subsequent generations of Berber writers.

In the late 16th century, the name MAKDA appears in records related to the Battle of Alcácer Quibir, where a Moroccan army led by Ahmad Al-Makda (1550-1578) fought against the Portuguese forces. Although the battle resulted in a Portuguese victory, Ahmad Al-Makda's bravery and military prowess were widely acknowledged.

Over the centuries, variations of the name MAKDA emerged, such as Makdah, Makdaoui, and Makdouf, reflecting regional dialects and linguistic influences. These variations often appeared in historical records and manuscripts from different parts of North Africa, highlighting the widespread recognition of this surname across the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Makda

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

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

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