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

Mehmet, 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 Mehmet surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mehmet in America

Mehmet is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mehmet surname appeared 124 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 Mehmet.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mehmet 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 Mehmet

The surname "MEHMET" originates from Turkey and dates back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Arabic given name "Muhammad," which means "highly praised." The name was initially used as a patronymic, indicating a son of Muhammad.

During the Ottoman Empire, the name "MEHMET" gained widespread popularity among the Turkish population. It was often associated with individuals of high social standing or those with close ties to the ruling elite. In the 14th century, the name appeared in several Ottoman administrative records and historical chronicles.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "MEHMET" can be found in the 15th-century manuscript "Tevârîh-i Âl-i Osmân" (Chronicles of the House of Osman), which documented the lives and achievements of the Ottoman sultans. This work mentions several prominent figures bearing the name, including Mehmet Bey, a notable military commander during the reign of Sultan Murad II (1404-1451).

In the 16th century, a famous scholar and poet named Mehmet Yazıcıoğlu (born around 1480) gained recognition for his literary works, particularly his mystical poems. His contributions to Ottoman literature and Sufi teachings earned him a revered status among intellectuals of his time.

During the 17th century, the name "MEHMET" was often associated with notable architects and builders. One such figure was Mehmet Ağa, who oversaw the construction of the iconic Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque) in Istanbul, commissioned by Sultan Ahmed I (1603-1617).

In the 19th century, Mehmet Ali Pasha (1769-1849), an Ottoman military leader and the ruler of Egypt, played a significant role in the modernization and reformation of the region. His descendants, including his son Ibrahim Pasha (1789-1848), also carried the surname "MEHMET" and left their mark on Egyptian history.

Throughout the centuries, the surname "MEHMET" has been borne by numerous other individuals who have contributed to various fields, including literature, arts, politics, and academia. While many historical records and manuscripts mention individuals with this surname, it is important to note that comprehensive genealogical data from earlier periods may be limited or incomplete.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mehmet

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

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

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