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

Nakash, 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 Nakash surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nakash in America

Nakash is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nakash surname appeared 170 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 Nakash.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nakash 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 Nakash

The surname NAKASH has its origins in the Middle East, with the earliest records dating back to the 7th century AD. It is believed to have derived from the Arabic word "Naqash," which translates to "engraver" or "carver." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals who worked as engravers or artisans in the early Islamic world.

One of the earliest known references to the name NAKASH can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab scholar and traveler, Ibn Battuta, who lived in the 14th century. In his accounts, he mentions meeting individuals with the surname NAKASH during his travels through various regions of the Middle East and North Africa.

The name NAKASH has also been associated with various notable figures throughout history. One such individual was Abu al-Hasan Ali al-Nakash, a renowned calligrapher and artist who lived in Baghdad during the 10th century. His works were highly acclaimed, and he is considered one of the masters of Arabic calligraphy.

Another notable figure with the surname NAKASH was Yahya al-Nakash, a Jewish scholar and poet who lived in Baghdad in the 11th century. He was renowned for his poetic works and his contributions to Jewish literature and philosophy.

In the 12th century, there are records of a family named NAKASH residing in the city of Aleppo, in present-day Syria. This family was known for their expertise in metalworking and engraving, further reinforcing the connection between the surname and the art of engraving.

During the Ottoman Empire, the surname NAKASH was also found among various communities in the Levant region, particularly in areas such as Lebanon and Palestine. Some historical records mention individuals with the surname NAKASH residing in cities like Beirut and Jerusalem.

It is worth noting that variations in the spelling of the surname NAKASH may have occurred over time and across different regions. For instance, some records may have used alternative spellings such as "Nakkash" or "Naqqash."

While the surname NAKASH is not as common today as it once was, it remains a part of the rich cultural and linguistic heritage of the Middle East, serving as a testament to the region's history and the importance of artisanship and engraving in its traditions.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nakash

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

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

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