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

Sadiku, 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 Sadiku surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sadiku in America

Sadiku is the 59742nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sadiku surname appeared 338 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 Sadiku.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sadiku 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 Sadiku

The surname Sadiku has its origins in Albania, where it is believed to have emerged in the 15th century. It is thought to be derived from the Albanian word "sadik," which means "faithful" or "loyal." The name may have been given to individuals who were known for their steadfast devotion to their faith, community, or leaders.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Sadiku can be found in the Ottoman Empire's tax records, known as the "Defter-i Mufassal-i Liva-i Avlonya," which dates back to the late 15th century. These records were compiled to document the population and tax obligations of various regions within the empire, including parts of modern-day Albania.

During the Ottoman era, the Sadiku family appears to have been prominent in the region of Berat, a historical town in central Albania. Several members of the family are mentioned in local chronicles and manuscripts from this period, although specific details about their lives and accomplishments are scarce.

In the 19th century, the name gained wider recognition with the birth of Sami Frashëri (1850-1904), a prominent Albanian writer, philosopher, and one of the pioneers of the Albanian National Awakening movement. Frashëri's works, which included poetry, plays, and essays, played a crucial role in promoting Albanian culture and language during a time of oppression under Ottoman rule.

Another notable figure with the surname Sadiku was Xhavit Sadiku (1921-1999), an Albanian politician and military leader who served as the Minister of Defense of Albania from 1981 to 1982. He played a significant role in the country's defense strategy during the Cold War era.

In the 20th century, the surname Sadiku became more widespread, with individuals bearing this name making contributions in various fields. For example, Fadil Sadiku (1916-2004) was an Albanian writer and literary critic who wrote extensively about Albanian literature and culture.

It is worth noting that the surname Sadiku has also been found in Kosovo, where it is believed to have originated from Albanian families who migrated to the region. One prominent individual with this surname was Adem Sadiku (1922-1992), a Kosovar Albanian writer and journalist who played a crucial role in preserving and promoting Albanian language and culture in Kosovo during the Yugoslav era.

Throughout its history, the surname Sadiku has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to the cultural, political, and literary spheres, particularly within the Albanian diaspora. While the name's origins can be traced back to the 15th century, its legacy continues to be celebrated and honored in various communities across the Balkans and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sadiku

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

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

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