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

Makhoul, 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 Makhoul surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Makhoul in America

Makhoul is the 54752nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Makhoul surname appeared 376 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 Makhoul.

We can also compare 2010 data for Makhoul 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 Makhoul

The surname Makhoul originates from the Arabic language and can be traced back to the Middle East, particularly Lebanon and Syria. It is derived from the Arabic word "makhul," which means "beloved" or "dear one."

The earliest recorded instances of the Makhoul surname date back to the 16th century in Lebanon. Records from this period indicate that the name was prominent in various regions, including Beirut, Tripoli, and the Bekaa Valley.

One notable historical reference to the Makhoul name can be found in the manuscript "Tarikh al-Mawarina" (The History of the Maronites), written by the Maronite historian Istifan al-Duwayhi in the 17th century. The manuscript mentions several Makhoul families who played significant roles in the religious and political affairs of the Maronite community in Lebanon.

In the 18th century, the Makhoul name gained prominence in the region of Mount Lebanon, where several Makhoul families held influential positions in local governance and trade. One of the earliest recorded individuals with this surname was Butrus Makhoul (1720-1795), a prominent merchant and landowner from the town of Ghazir.

Another notable figure was Mikhail Makhoul (1810-1882), a Maronite priest and scholar who authored several books on theology and philosophy. He was also known for his contributions to the preservation of ancient Syriac manuscripts.

During the 19th century, the Makhoul family played a role in the silk trade in Mount Lebanon, with several members establishing successful silk factories and export businesses. Michel Makhoul (1835-1901) was a prominent figure in this industry, known for his innovative techniques and commitment to quality.

In the early 20th century, the Makhoul name gained recognition in the field of education. Khalil Makhoul (1892-1968) was a renowned educator and author who established several schools in Lebanon and worked tirelessly to promote literacy and educational opportunities for all.

Throughout history, the Makhoul surname has been associated with various spellings and place names, reflecting the diversity of regions where the name was prevalent. Some variations include Makhouli, Makhouly, and Makhoulia, which were often derived from the names of villages or towns where Makhoul families resided.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Makhoul

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

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

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