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

Nashawaty, 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 Nashawaty surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nashawaty in America

Nashawaty is the 131379th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nashawaty surname appeared 129 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 Nashawaty.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nashawaty 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 Nashawaty

The surname Nashawaty is of Arabic origin, with its roots tracing back to regions of the Middle East and North Africa. It is believed to have emerged during the medieval era, possibly as early as the 7th century AD.

One theory suggests that the name Nashawaty derives from the Arabic word "nashawa," which means "to grow" or "to flourish." This could indicate that the name was initially associated with individuals involved in agriculture, horticulture, or related professions.

Another interpretation links the name to the Arabic word "nashawa," meaning "to rise" or "to ascend." This could signify a connection to individuals who lived in elevated or mountainous regions, or those who held positions of prominence or authority.

Historical records from the 10th century mention a prominent Muslim scholar and physician named Abu al-Qasim Nashawati, who resided in the city of Basra (present-day Iraq). This early reference suggests that the surname Nashawaty was already in use during that time period.

In the 12th century, a manuscript from the Fatimid Caliphate in Egypt mentions a renowned poet and writer named Ali ibn al-Nashawaty. His works, which have been preserved, provide insights into the literary and cultural traditions of the region during that era.

During the 14th century, a wealthy merchant and landowner named Ahmad al-Nashawaty was documented in records from the Mamluk Sultanate in Egypt. His name is associated with several trade routes and commercial ventures in the region.

In the 16th century, a notable Islamic scholar and jurist named Muhammad al-Nashawaty lived in the city of Fez, Morocco. His writings on Islamic jurisprudence and legal interpretations were widely influential during that time.

Another notable figure bearing the surname Nashawaty was Ibrahim al-Nashawaty, a 17th-century Ottoman-era architect and engineer who contributed to the construction of several significant mosques and public buildings in Istanbul, Turkey.

While the surname Nashawaty is relatively uncommon in modern times, its rich history spans centuries and is deeply rooted in the cultural and intellectual traditions of the Arab world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nashawaty

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

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

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