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

Rouf, 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 Rouf surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rouf in America

Rouf is the 113155th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rouf surname appeared 155 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 Rouf.

We can also compare 2010 data for Rouf 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 Rouf

The surname "ROUF" is believed to have originated in the Middle East, specifically in the region of modern-day Iran and surrounding areas. It is thought to be derived from the Persian word "rauf," meaning "kind" or "gentle." This name likely emerged during the medieval period, when Persian culture and language had a significant influence on the region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "ROUF" can be found in historical records from the 14th century, during the reign of the Timurid Empire in Central Asia. These records mention individuals with the name "ROUF" serving as administrators and scholars within the empire's bureaucracy.

In the 16th century, the name appears in Ottoman Turkish records, suggesting that families bearing this surname may have migrated or been part of the cultural exchange between the Ottoman Empire and Persia. The name is also found in various manuscripts and documents from this period, indicating its widespread use across the region.

A notable historical figure with the surname "ROUF" was Ahmad Rauf, a renowned Persian scholar and poet who lived in the late 15th century. He is known for his contributions to Persian literature and his works on Islamic philosophy and theology.

Another prominent individual with this surname was Mahmoud Rauf, a 17th-century Ottoman statesman and military leader. He played a significant role in the Ottoman campaigns against the Safavid Empire, and his exploits are recorded in various historical accounts from that era.

In the 19th century, the name "ROUF" appears in records from the Caucasus region, where it was adopted by families of various ethnic backgrounds, including Armenians, Azerbaijanis, and Georgians. One notable figure from this period was Mirza Fatali Akhundov, an Azerbaijani playwright and philosopher born in 1812, who used the pen name "Rauf."

Another individual of historical significance was Muhammad Rauf, a Pakistani politician and diplomat who served as the country's Foreign Minister in the 1960s. He played a crucial role in shaping Pakistan's foreign policy during a turbulent period in the region's history.

The surname "ROUF" has also been recorded in other parts of the world, likely due to migration and cultural exchange over the centuries. However, its roots can be traced back to the Middle East and the Persian language, where it originated as a name signifying kindness and gentleness.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rouf

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

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

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