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

Sarfaraz, 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 Sarfaraz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sarfaraz in America

Sarfaraz is the 108734th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sarfaraz surname appeared 163 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 Sarfaraz.

The history of the last name Sarfaraz

The surname Sarfaraz is of Persian origin, with roots tracing back to ancient Persia (modern-day Iran) and the Sasanian Empire (224-651 AD). The name is derived from the Persian words "sar" meaning "head" or "chief," and "faraz" meaning "exalted" or "elevated." Together, Sarfaraz can be interpreted as "the exalted one" or "the one with a high rank."

Early records indicate that the name was initially used as a title or honorific bestowed upon individuals of high social standing or military rank within the Persian nobility and aristocracy. Over time, it transitioned into a hereditary surname, passing from generation to generation within prominent Persian families.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Sarfaraz can be found in the Shahnameh, the epic Persian poem written by Ferdowsi in the late 10th century AD. The work mentions several historical figures bearing the name, including Sarfaraz Khan, a prominent military commander during the Safavid Dynasty (1501-1736 AD).

Another notable figure was Sarfaraz Khan Koka, a powerful noble and governor during the Mughal Empire in the 16th century. He served under the reign of Emperor Akbar and played a significant role in the administration of the empire's territories.

During the 18th century, Sarfaraz Ali Khan was a renowned military leader and statesman who served as the Nawab (ruler) of Arcot, a former princely state in present-day Tamil Nadu, India. His reign spanned from 1742 to 1763, and he is remembered for his military victories and political acumen.

In the 19th century, Mirza Sarfaraz Hussain Khan was a prominent poet and writer from the Lucknow region of India. He was renowned for his contributions to Urdu literature and his poetic works, which were widely celebrated during his lifetime (1825-1894).

Another historical figure of note was Sarfaraz Khan Bhatti, a chieftain and military leader from the Bhatti tribe in present-day Pakistan. He played a crucial role in the resistance against the British East India Company during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, earning him a reputation as a valiant warrior and defender of his people's rights.

While the surname Sarfaraz has its roots in ancient Persia, it has also been adopted and used by various ethnic groups and communities across the Middle East, South Asia, and parts of Central Asia, reflecting the cultural and historical influences of the Persian Empire and its linguistic and cultural diaspora.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sarfaraz

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

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

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