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

Sadeghian, 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 Sadeghian surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sadeghian in America

Sadeghian is the 80131st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sadeghian surname appeared 237 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 Sadeghian.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sadeghian 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 Sadeghian

The surname Sadeghian has its origins in Persia, now modern-day Iran, dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Persian word "sadegh," meaning truthful or honest. The suffix "-ian" denotes a person or family associated with a particular occupation, place, or trait.

Sadeghian is believed to have originated in the northern regions of Persia, particularly in the cities of Tehran and Qazvin. It was initially associated with individuals who were known for their honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness in their professions or communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sadeghian can be found in historical documents from the Safavid dynasty (1501-1736), which ruled over Persia during that period. These records often mentioned individuals with this surname in various administrative roles and as respected members of society.

In the 17th century, a notable figure with the surname Sadeghian was Mirza Sadegh Sadeghian, a prominent scholar and poet who resided in Isfahan. His works, including a collection of Persian poetry, have been preserved and studied by literary scholars over the centuries.

During the Qajar dynasty (1789-1925), the Sadeghian family gained prominence in the city of Qazvin. One notable member was Hossein Sadeghian, a influential merchant and landowner who played a significant role in the city's economic and social affairs in the early 19th century.

In the late 19th century, Mohammad Sadeghian, a renowned calligrapher and artist, gained recognition for his exceptional skills in Persian calligraphy and miniature painting. His works adorned the walls of many mosques and palaces in Tehran and other cities.

Another prominent figure with the surname Sadeghian was Fatemeh Sadeghian, a pioneering educator and women's rights activist in the early 20th century. She founded one of the first modern schools for girls in Tehran and was a vocal advocate for female education and empowerment.

The Sadeghian surname has also been associated with various place names in Iran, such as the village of Sadeghiyan in the province of Qazvin, which likely derived its name from the presence of families bearing this surname in the area.

While the surname Sadeghian has its roots in Persia, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its historical significance and connection to the values of truthfulness and integrity remain deeply rooted in its Persian origins.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sadeghian

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

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

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