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

Redzepi, 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 Redzepi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Redzepi in America

Redzepi is the 133048th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Redzepi surname appeared 127 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 Redzepi.

The history of the last name Redzepi

The surname REDZEPI originated in the Balkans, specifically in the region of North Macedonia. Its roots can be traced back to the early 15th century during the time of the Ottoman Empire's control over the region. The name is believed to have derived from the Albanian word "redz," meaning "to stand up or rise," and the Turkish suffix "-epi," indicating a place of origin or residence.

The earliest known recorded mention of the name REDZEPI can be found in the Ottoman tax registers from the late 1400s, where it appeared as "Rezdepi" or "Rezepi." This variation in spelling was common during that era due to the lack of standardized orthography and the influence of local dialects.

One of the earliest notable individuals bearing the REDZEPI name was Ismail Redzepi, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the city of Skopje in the late 16th century. Records from that time indicate that he played a significant role in the local economy and was highly respected within the community.

In the 18th century, the REDZEPI name gained prominence with the birth of Mustafa Redzepi (1712-1788), a renowned scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the study of Islamic theology and jurisprudence. His works were widely read and studied throughout the Ottoman Empire and beyond.

Another notable figure was Fatima Redzepi (1825-1892), a pioneering educator who established one of the first schools for girls in the region. Her efforts helped pave the way for greater educational opportunities for women and played a crucial role in promoting literacy and empowerment.

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the REDZEPI name was associated with several influential political figures who played important roles in the struggles for independence and self-determination in the Balkans. One such individual was Mehmet Redzepi (1874-1938), a prominent activist and leader who advocated for the rights of ethnic Albanians in Macedonia.

In more recent times, the REDZEPI surname has gained global recognition through the achievements of renowned chef Rene Redzepi, founder of the world-famous restaurant Noma in Copenhagen, Denmark. Born in 1977, Rene Redzepi has been instrumental in popularizing and redefining the concept of New Nordic cuisine, earning numerous accolades and awards for his innovative and sustainable approach to gastronomy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Redzepi

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

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

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