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

Ozan, 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 Ozan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ozan in America

Ozan is the 61899th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ozan surname appeared 324 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 Ozan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ozan 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 Ozan

The surname OZAN is believed to have originated from Turkey, with roots dating back to the 14th century. It is derived from the Turkish word "ozan," which means "poet" or "bard." This surname was likely given to individuals who were renowned poets or storytellers during the Ottoman era.

In the early days, the OZAN surname was prevalent in the Anatolian region of Turkey, particularly in the cities of Konya, Ankara, and Bursa. These areas were known for their rich cultural traditions and literary heritage, making them ideal breeding grounds for poets and writers.

Historical records from the Ottoman Empire mention several notable individuals with the OZAN surname. One such figure was Süleyman Ozan, a celebrated poet who lived in the 16th century and whose works were widely read and appreciated during his time.

Another prominent individual was Mehmet Ozan, a 17th-century poet and scholar from Konya. His poetry often explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and he was regarded as a master of the Turkish literary tradition.

In the 18th century, the OZAN surname gained further recognition with the rise of Fatma Ozan, a renowned female poet from Bursa. Her works challenged societal norms and advocated for women's rights, making her a pioneering figure in Turkish literature.

As the Ottoman Empire expanded, the OZAN surname spread to other regions, including the Balkans and the Middle East. In the 19th century, Hüseyin Ozan, a poet and writer from Istanbul, gained popularity for his satirical works that critiqued the ruling elite.

Throughout history, the OZAN surname has been associated with literary excellence and cultural significance. It has been carried by numerous poets, writers, and scholars who have contributed to the rich tapestry of Turkish literature and intellectual discourse.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ozan

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

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

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