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

Nasrallah, 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 Nasrallah surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nasrallah in America

Nasrallah is the 45189th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nasrallah surname appeared 474 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 Nasrallah.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nasrallah 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 Nasrallah

The surname Nasrallah is of Arabic origin, tracing its roots back to the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic words "nasr" meaning "victory" and "Allah" meaning "God." Essentially, the name translates to "victory of God" or "God's victory."

This surname first emerged in regions that are now part of modern-day Lebanon, Syria, and Palestine during the medieval period. Its earliest recorded usage can be found in historical documents and manuscripts from the 12th and 13th centuries, when the name was often spelled "Nasr Allah" or "Nasrullah."

One of the earliest known references to the name Nasrallah is found in the writings of the renowned Muslim scholar and historian Ibn Khaldun, who lived from 1332 to 1406. His works mention individuals bearing this surname, indicating its presence in the region during that time.

Another historical figure associated with the name Nasrallah is Shaykh Nasrallah al-Maqdisi, a Sufi mystic and philosopher who lived in Jerusalem during the 14th century. His teachings and writings had a significant influence on the spiritual and intellectual landscape of the era.

In the 16th century, a notable individual named Nasrallah al-Halabi, born in Aleppo, Syria, gained recognition as a skilled calligrapher and poet. His works showcased the intricate art of Arabic calligraphy and contributed to the preservation of literary traditions.

During the 19th century, a prominent Lebanese scholar and historian, Nasrallah Sfeir, played a crucial role in documenting the history and culture of his homeland. His contributions to the study of Lebanese heritage and traditions were widely acknowledged.

Another notable figure was Nasrallah Boutros Ghali, a Lebanese-Egyptian politician and diplomat who served as the sixth Secretary-General of the United Nations from 1992 to 1996. His tenure was marked by significant efforts to promote international peace and cooperation.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the surname Nasrallah, reflecting its deep-rooted presence in the Arabic-speaking world and its association with scholarly, religious, and historical figures.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nasrallah

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

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

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