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

Shabani, 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 Shabani surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Shabani in America

Shabani is the 35246th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Shabani surname appeared 639 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 Shabani.

We can also compare 2010 data for Shabani 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 Shabani

The surname Shabani has its origins in the Middle East, specifically in the regions that are now modern-day Iran and Afghanistan. It is believed to have emerged during the 10th to 12th centuries AD, a period marked by the flourishing of Persian literature and culture under the rule of various Islamic dynasties.

The name Shabani is derived from the Persian word "shab," meaning "night," and the suffix "-ani," which denotes belonging or association. It is likely that the name originally referred to individuals who worked or were active during the night, such as night watchmen, guardians, or perhaps even poets and artists who found inspiration in the tranquility of the evening hours.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shabani can be found in Persian manuscripts from the 13th century, where it appears in various poetic works and historical accounts. During this time, the name was also associated with certain noble families and influential figures in the region.

In the 14th century, a renowned Persian poet and mystic named Shabani Ghaznavid (1276-1350) gained significant recognition for his introspective and spiritual writings. His works continue to be studied and appreciated by scholars of Persian literature to this day.

Another notable figure with the surname Shabani was Mirza Mohammad Shabani (1807-1865), a prominent Iranian diplomat and statesman who played a crucial role in negotiating treaties and fostering diplomatic relations between Iran and various European powers during the Qajar dynasty.

In the 20th century, Shabani Beg (1892-1978) emerged as a prominent political figure in Afghanistan. He served as the Minister of Defense and played a pivotal role in shaping the country's military policies during a turbulent period in Afghan history.

Shabani Khanjar (1915-1998), an Iranian writer and journalist, was another notable bearer of this surname. He was widely acclaimed for his literary works, which provided insightful commentary on social and cultural issues in Iran during the 20th century.

Lastly, Shabani Nattaj (1927-2005) was a renowned Iranian calligrapher and artist, whose masterful works in the traditional Persian calligraphic styles have been showcased in exhibitions around the world, celebrating the rich artistic heritage of the region.

While the surname Shabani has roots in the Middle East, it has since spread to various parts of the world, carried by individuals and families who have migrated or settled in different countries over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Shabani

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

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

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