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

Ramjan, 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 Ramjan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ramjan in America

Ramjan is the 158432nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ramjan surname appeared 102 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 Ramjan.

The history of the last name Ramjan

The surname "Ramjan" is of Islamic origin, with roots tracing back to the Middle East and Central Asia. It is believed to have originated in the region that is now known as Iran and parts of present-day Afghanistan during the 7th century CE.

The name "Ramjan" is derived from the Arabic word "Ramadan," which refers to the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, during which Muslims observe the holy month of fasting. The suffix "-jan" is a Persian honorific title, often added to names to convey respect or endearment.

In the early Islamic era, the name "Ramjan" was likely adopted by individuals who were born or had a significant life event occur during the month of Ramadan. It may have also been used as a symbolic name, reflecting the person's deep religious devotion or connection to the spiritual significance of the holy month.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname "Ramjan" can be found in the chronicles of the Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled vast territories stretching from North Africa to Central Asia between the 8th and 13th centuries. The name appears in several accounts, referring to scholars, merchants, and officials who served under various Abbasid rulers.

During the Middle Ages, the name "Ramjan" spread across the Islamic world, carried by travelers, merchants, and scholars who migrated to different regions. It gained a foothold in areas such as Persia (modern-day Iran), Central Asia, and parts of the Indian subcontinent.

Notable individuals who bore the surname "Ramjan" include:

1. Rashid al-Din Ramjan (1247-1318), a Persian historian and statesman who served as the vizier of the Ilkhanid dynasty in Persia.
2. Mir Ramjan (1460-1521), a Persian poet and scholar who lived during the Timurid period and was renowned for his works in both Persian and Arabic.
3. Malik Ramjan (1550-1612), an influential military commander and courtier in the Mughal Empire, who served under emperors Akbar and Jahangir.
4. Sayyid Ramjan (1680-1742), a Sufi mystic and spiritual leader from Sindh (now part of Pakistan), known for his teachings and contributions to the Qadiri order.
5. Mirza Ramjan Baig (1830-1905), an influential landowner and philanthropist from Hyderabad, India, who played a significant role in the development of the city's infrastructure and educational institutions.

While the surname "Ramjan" has its roots in the Islamic world, it has since spread to various regions and cultures, with bearers of the name found in countries such as India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ramjan

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

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

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