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

Siahaan, 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 Siahaan surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Siahaan in America

Siahaan is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Siahaan surname appeared 134 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 Siahaan.

We can also compare 2010 data for Siahaan 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 Siahaan

The surname Siahaan is of Indonesian origin, specifically from the Batak ethnic group in North Sumatra. The name is believed to have its roots in the pre-colonial era, possibly emerging in the 15th or 16th century.

One theory suggests that the name Siahaan is derived from the words "sia" meaning "where" and "haan" meaning "tribe" or "clan." This would indicate that the name originally referred to a specific location or region associated with a particular Batak tribe or clan. However, the precise etymology remains uncertain.

Early records mentioning individuals with the Siahaan surname are scarce, as written documentation was limited in the region during the pre-colonial period. However, some historical accounts suggest that the name was prominent among certain Batak clans and may have held significance within their societal structures.

One of the earliest known individuals with the Siahaan surname was Ompu Siahaan, a renowned Batak chief who lived in the 17th century. He was celebrated for his leadership and wisdom, and his name is mentioned in oral traditions and folk tales passed down through generations.

Another notable figure was Siahaan Boru Sinaga, a respected Batak healer and spiritual leader who lived in the 18th century. She was renowned for her knowledge of traditional medicine and her ability to communicate with the spirit world.

In the 19th century, the Siahaan surname gained wider recognition as the Batak people came into contact with Dutch colonizers. One prominent individual from this period was Siahaan Malau, a Batak warrior and negotiator who played a crucial role in the negotiations between the Dutch and the Batak clans.

During the 20th century, several individuals with the Siahaan surname gained prominence in various fields. Siahaan Pardede (1901-1985) was a respected educator and author who wrote extensively about Batak culture and language. Siahaan Simanungkalit (1922-2002) was a renowned musician and composer known for his contributions to traditional Batak music.

Another notable figure was Siahaan Harahap (1938-2015), a prominent politician and former governor of North Sumatra. He was known for his efforts to promote economic development and preserve Batak cultural heritage.

While the Siahaan surname has its roots in the Batak region of North Sumatra, it has since spread across Indonesia and can be found among various ethnic groups. However, its historical significance and cultural connections remain deeply rooted in the Batak traditions and customs.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Siahaan

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

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

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