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

Ugur, 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 Ugur surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ugur in America

Ugur is the 133863rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ugur surname appeared 126 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 Ugur.

The history of the last name Ugur

The surname UGUR is of Turkish origin, derived from the Turkish word "uğur" which means "auspicious" or "fortunate." It is believed to have emerged during the Ottoman Empire period in Anatolia, the heartland of modern-day Turkey.

The earliest recorded instances of the UGUR surname can be traced back to the 15th century, when it appeared in Ottoman imperial records and chronicles. These early mentions often referred to individuals of notable standing or prominence within the empire's administrative or military ranks.

One of the earliest known bearers of the UGUR name was Mehmed Uğur Bey, a renowned military commander who served under Sultan Mehmed II during the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. His bravery and leadership in the pivotal siege earned him recognition and immortalized his name in historical annals.

During the 16th century, the UGUR surname gained further prominence with the rise of Şemseddin Uğur, a renowned Ottoman scholar, poet, and calligrapher. His works and contributions to the literary and artistic circles of the time cemented his legacy and ensured the continued use of the UGUR name.

In the 18th century, the UGUR surname appeared in various Ottoman provincial records, indicating its spread across different regions of the empire. One notable figure from this era was Abdülkerim Uğur Efendi, a distinguished statesman and diplomat who served as the Ottoman ambassador to Prussia and later as the Grand Vizier.

As the Ottoman Empire transitioned into the modern Republic of Turkey in the early 20th century, the UGUR surname continued to be carried by notable individuals. One such person was Reşad Uğur, a prominent Turkish politician and diplomat who played a crucial role in the establishment of the new republic.

Throughout its history, the UGUR surname has been borne by individuals from diverse backgrounds, including scholars, military leaders, statesmen, and artists. While not an exhaustive list, some other notable bearers of the name include Ahmet Uğur (a 20th-century Turkish writer and journalist), Mustafa Uğur (a contemporary Turkish businessman and philanthropist), and Kezban Uğur (a renowned Turkish folk singer and musician).

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ugur

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

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

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