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

Sarsour, 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 Sarsour surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sarsour in America

Sarsour is the 60505th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sarsour surname appeared 333 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 Sarsour.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sarsour 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 Sarsour

The surname SARSOUR has its origins in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle East, specifically in the region known as the Levant, which includes modern-day countries such as Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine. The name is thought to have derived from the Arabic word "sarsour," which means "a small bird" or "a finch."

In the early days of Islam, many Arabs adopted surnames or surnames that reflected their professions, physical characteristics, or geographical locations. It is possible that the SARSOUR surname was initially given to an individual or family who had a connection to small birds, such as breeding or keeping them as pets.

The earliest recorded instances of the SARSOUR surname can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appeared in various manuscripts and historical records from the Levant region. One notable example is a record from the city of Damascus in Syria, where a merchant named Ahmad SARSOUR was mentioned in a trade agreement dating back to 1187 AD.

Throughout the centuries, the SARSOUR surname has been associated with various influential figures and historical personalities. One such individual was Khalil SARSOUR, a renowned poet and scholar who lived in Aleppo, Syria, during the 15th century (1410-1478). His works and contributions to Arabic literature are still studied and celebrated today.

Another notable figure was Fatima SARSOUR, a prominent educator and women's rights activist from Beirut, Lebanon, who lived in the late 19th century (1845-1912). She established one of the first schools for girls in the region and was a pioneer in advocating for women's education and empowerment.

In the realm of politics, Hamza SARSOUR was a prominent figure in the late 20th century. Born in Ramallah, Palestine, in 1934, he served as a member of the Palestinian National Council and was actively involved in the Palestinian liberation movement.

The SARSOUR surname has also been associated with various place names and locations throughout the Middle East. For example, there is a town called Sarsour located in southern Lebanon, which may have played a role in the origin and spread of the surname.

Additionally, variations in the spelling of the surname have existed over time, including Sarsoori, Sarsori, and Sarsouri, reflecting regional dialects and linguistic influences.

While the SARSOUR surname has its roots in the Middle East, it has since spread across the globe, with notable individuals bearing this name in various countries and communities. The name continues to hold cultural and historical significance, serving as a testament to the rich heritage and traditions of the Arabic-speaking world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sarsour

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

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

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