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

Nejia, 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 Nejia surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nejia in America

Nejia is the 119508th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nejia surname appeared 145 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 Nejia.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nejia 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 Nejia

The surname NEJIA originates from the Arabic-speaking regions of North Africa, particularly in Tunisia and Algeria. It is believed to have derived from the Arabic word "najat," which means "salvation" or "deliverance." The name likely emerged during the medieval period when Arabic culture and language had a significant influence in the region.

The earliest known record of the NEJIA surname dates back to the 13th century, appearing in a document from the city of Kairouan, Tunisia. This document mentions a merchant named Ahmad ibn Nejia, who traded in spices and textiles. The name suggests a possible connection to the city of Nejia, a small town located in central Tunisia.

In the 14th century, a notable figure named Yusuf al-Nejia was a renowned scholar and poet in the city of Tlemcen, Algeria. He authored several works on Arabic literature and philosophy, and his writings were widely circulated throughout the region.

During the 15th century, the NEJIA surname appeared in records from the city of Constantine, Algeria. One particular document mentions a family of artisans and craftsmen, the Nejia clan, who were known for their intricate woodwork and metalsmithing.

In the 16th century, a prominent military leader named Khalil Nejia played a significant role in the resistance against Spanish and Ottoman invasions in Tunisia. His bravery and strategic leadership earned him recognition among the local population.

Another notable figure with the NEJIA surname was Fatima Nejia, a 17th-century scholar and educator from Tunis. She established one of the first schools for girls in the region, promoting education and empowerment for women during a time when such opportunities were scarce.

Over the centuries, the NEJIA surname has spread beyond its North African origins, with families bearing this name found in various parts of the world, including Europe and the Americas. However, its roots can be traced back to the rich cultural and linguistic heritage of the Arabic-speaking regions of North Africa.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nejia

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

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

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