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

Tanveer, 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 Tanveer surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Tanveer in America

Tanveer is the 60636th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Tanveer surname appeared 332 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 Tanveer.

We can also compare 2010 data for Tanveer 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 Tanveer

The surname Tanveer has its origins in the Persian language and is derived from the word "tanvir," which means "to illuminate" or "to enlighten." This name is believed to have originated in the regions of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia during the medieval period.

The earliest recorded instances of the Tanveer surname can be traced back to the 12th century, when it appeared in various Persian manuscripts and historical records. It is possible that the name was initially adopted by scholars, poets, or individuals associated with the intellectual and cultural circles of the time, as the concept of enlightenment and illumination held significant importance in Persian literature and philosophy.

One notable historical figure with the surname Tanveer was Maulana Tanveer Alam (1550-1621), a renowned Sufi scholar and poet from the Mughal Empire. His works, which included poetry and spiritual treatises, were highly influential in spreading the teachings of Sufism across the Indian subcontinent.

Another prominent individual bearing this surname was Mir Tanveer Husain (1780-1856), a celebrated Urdu poet and writer from the city of Lucknow, India. His poetic contributions played a significant role in the development of the Urdu literary tradition during the 18th and 19th centuries.

In the 20th century, Tanveer Fatima (1914-1986) was a pioneering Pakistani writer and activist who fought for women's rights and education. Her literary works, which often explored themes of social justice and gender equality, earned her widespread recognition and acclaim.

Tanveer Ahmed (born 1932) was a notable Bangladeshi novelist and short story writer, renowned for his portrayal of rural life and the struggles of the common people. His literary contributions earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Ekushey Padak, one of Bangladesh's highest civilian honors.

Another individual worthy of mention is Tanveer Jehan Ara Aurangabadi (1636-1705), a Mughal princess and poet who was known for her literary talents and patronage of the arts. Her poetic works, written in Persian and Urdu, have been preserved in various anthologies and manuscripts from the Mughal era.

While the surname Tanveer has its roots in the Persian language and culture, it has since spread to various regions and communities across South Asia and beyond, reflecting the rich cultural exchange and migration patterns that have shaped the region's history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Tanveer

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

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

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