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

Nader, 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 Nader surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nader in America

Nader is the 11168th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nader surname appeared 2,833 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Nader.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nader 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 Nader

The surname NADER has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is believed to have emerged in the Middle East, particularly in regions where Arabic was the predominant language, such as the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and parts of the Levant.

NADER is derived from the Arabic word "nadir," which means "rare" or "precious." This suggests that the name may have initially been a descriptive term used to refer to someone or something that was considered rare or valuable.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname NADER can be traced back to the medieval period, particularly in Arabic manuscripts and historical records from the 9th to the 13th centuries. During this time, the use of surnames became more common, and NADER likely transitioned from being a descriptive term to a hereditary family name.

One notable historical figure bearing the surname NADER was Nader Shah, a Persian ruler and military leader who reigned from 1736 to 1747. He is renowned for his conquest of much of the Iranian Plateau and his efforts to revive the Persian Empire.

Another prominent individual with the surname NADER was Kamal al-Din Nader, a 13th-century Persian poet and philosopher who was known for his contributions to Sufi literature and his influential works on mysticism.

In the 20th century, Ralph Nader, an American political activist, author, and consumer advocate, gained international recognition for his efforts in promoting consumer rights and advocating for safer products and corporate accountability. He was born in 1934 and played a significant role in the consumer protection movement.

Salma Nader, an Egyptian actress and singer, was another notable figure with this surname. She was born in 1937 and had a successful career in Egyptian cinema, appearing in numerous films and television shows throughout the latter half of the 20th century.

Anwar Nader, an Iraqi artist and sculptor, was also a prominent figure with this surname. Born in 1950, he is known for his unique artistic style that blends traditional Iraqi influences with modern techniques, and his works have been exhibited internationally.

While the surname NADER has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, it remains most prevalent in regions with historical ties to the Arabic-speaking world, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nader

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

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

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