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

Siddiqua, 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 Siddiqua surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Siddiqua in America

Siddiqua is the 129047th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Siddiqua surname appeared 132 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 Siddiqua.

The history of the last name Siddiqua

The surname Siddiqua has its origins in the Arabic language and is derived from the word "Siddiq," which means "truthful" or "honest." It is believed to have originated in the Middle East, particularly in regions where Arabic culture and language have had a significant influence, such as the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Siddiqua can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the rise of Islam and the spread of Arabic culture. In Islamic literature and historical records, the name Siddiq was often used as an honorific title for individuals known for their truthfulness and integrity.

One of the most notable individuals associated with the name Siddiq is Abu Bakr, the first caliph of Islam and a close companion of the Prophet Muhammad. Abu Bakr was given the title "Al-Siddiq" (The Truthful) by the Prophet himself, in recognition of his unwavering belief and loyalty.

During the medieval period, the name Siddiqua appeared in various manuscripts and records across the Islamic world. For example, in the 11th century, a famous scholar and poet named Al-Siddiqui was renowned for his contributions to Arabic literature.

In the Indian subcontinent, the name Siddiqua gained popularity among Muslim communities, particularly in regions that were once part of the Mughal Empire. One notable figure from this era was Siddiqua Begum, a 16th-century Mughal princess and the daughter of Emperor Akbar.

As the Islamic faith and Arabic culture spread to other parts of the world, the name Siddiqua also found its way into various regions. For instance, in the 19th century, there was a prominent Islamic scholar and judge named Siddiqua al-Bashir who lived in Sudan and played a significant role in the country's legal system.

Other notable individuals with the surname Siddiqua include Siddiqua Kabir, a 20th-century Bangladeshi politician and women's rights activist, and Siddiqua Amin, a contemporary Pakistani writer and novelist known for her works exploring the experiences of women in South Asian societies.

While the surname Siddiqua is most commonly associated with Arabic and Islamic cultures, it has also been adopted by individuals of various ethnic and religious backgrounds, particularly in regions where Arabic influence has been significant throughout history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Siddiqua

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

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

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