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

Mavi, 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 Mavi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mavi in America

Mavi is the 115639th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mavi surname appeared 151 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 Mavi.

The history of the last name Mavi

The surname MAVI originated in Turkey, with roots dating back to the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. It is derived from the Turkish word "mavi," which means "blue." This connection suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone with blue eyes or someone who worked with dyes or fabrics of that color.

During the Ottoman period, surnames were not widely used, and people were often identified by their occupation, physical traits, or place of origin. The name MAVI likely emerged as a descriptive surname during this time, referring to a person's appearance or profession.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname MAVI can be found in the Ottoman tax registers (tahrir defterleri) from the late 15th century. These documents were used to record the names of taxpayers and their occupations or distinguishing characteristics.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Mavi Ahmet emerged as a renowned calligrapher and illuminator of manuscripts in the Ottoman court. His works were highly regarded and can be found in various collections, including the Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul.

Another historical figure bearing the surname MAVI was Mavi Mustafa, a 17th-century Ottoman architect and engineer. He was responsible for the construction of several mosques and public buildings throughout the empire, including the Yeni Cami (New Mosque) in Istanbul, completed in 1665.

The surname MAVI can also be traced back to the town of Mavi, located in the Hatay province of southern Turkey. This place name may have contributed to the development of the surname, as it was common for people to be identified by their place of origin.

In the 19th century, a prominent figure named Mavi Ali emerged as a renowned poet and writer in the Ottoman Empire. His works, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, gained widespread recognition and influenced the literary landscape of the time.

Throughout history, the surname MAVI has been associated with various professions, including artisans, merchants, and scholars, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who carried this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mavi

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

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

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