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

Nassery, 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 Nassery surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nassery in America

Nassery is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nassery surname appeared 114 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 Nassery.

The history of the last name Nassery

The surname NASSERY is believed to have originated in Iran, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Persian word "Nasiri," which was a title bestowed upon individuals who were known for their courage and bravery on the battlefield.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the NASSERY surname can be found in the historical chronicles of the Safavid dynasty, where a soldier named Nasir Khan NASSERY was mentioned for his valiant efforts in defending the city of Isfahan against invading Ottoman forces in the late 1500s.

During the Qajar period in Iran, which spanned from the late 18th to the early 20th century, the NASSERY surname gained further prominence. It was associated with several notable figures, including Mirza Nasrullah Khan NASSERY (1799-1878), a prominent statesman and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Iran from 1835 to 1858.

In the early 20th century, the NASSERY surname made its way to Europe, particularly in France and Britain, as Iranian immigrants sought new opportunities abroad. One such individual was Reza NASSERY (1902-1978), an Iranian-born artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his intricate metalwork and sculpture designs.

Another notable figure was Farah NASSERY (1938-2013), an Iranian-American author and activist who was widely acclaimed for her memoir "Daughter of Persia," which chronicled her experiences growing up in pre-revolutionary Iran.

In more recent times, the NASSERY surname has been associated with several accomplished individuals across various fields, such as Mohammad NASSERY (born 1961), an Iranian-American actor and filmmaker known for his roles in movies like "The Kite Runner" and "Iron Man."

It is worth noting that variations of the NASSERY surname, such as NASSIRI or NASSERIAN, have also been documented throughout history, reflecting the linguistic diversity and cultural influences within the regions where the name originated and spread.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nassery

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

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 Nassery 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.

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

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