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

Uzar, 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 Uzar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uzar in America

Uzar is the 105079th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uzar surname appeared 170 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 Uzar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uzar 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 Uzar

The surname UZAR is of Turkish origin, tracing its roots back to the 15th century Ottoman Empire. It is believed to have originated from the Turkish word "uzar," which means "expert" or "skilled person." This suggests that the name may have initially been used to identify individuals who possessed particular expertise or craftsmanship.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the UZAR surname can be found in the archives of the Ottoman Empire, dating back to the reign of Sultan Mehmed II, who ruled from 1444 to 1481. These records mention a certain Hasan Uzar, a renowned calligrapher and artist who was commissioned to create intricate designs for the Sultan's palace.

During the 16th century, the UZAR surname gained prominence in the region of Anatolia, which is now part of modern-day Turkey. Historical records from this period mention a family of potters and ceramicists who bore the name Uzar and were renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship. Their works were highly sought after by the Ottoman nobility and even found their way into the collections of European royalty.

In the 18th century, a notable figure named Mustafa Uzar emerged as a prominent scholar and theologian in the city of Istanbul. His treatises on Islamic jurisprudence and philosophy were widely studied and referenced throughout the Ottoman Empire.

Another significant individual bearing the UZAR surname was Fatma Uzar, a 19th-century poet and writer from the city of Bursa. Her works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and profound insights.

As the Ottoman Empire began to decline in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, many UZAR families migrated to other parts of the world, carrying their surname and heritage with them. One notable figure from this period was Ahmed Uzar, a Turkish diplomat who served as ambassador to several European countries during the early 20th century.

Throughout its history, the UZAR surname has maintained a strong connection to its Turkish roots and the legacy of skilled craftspeople, scholars, and artists who have borne this name. While its precise origins may remain somewhat obscure, the name continues to carry a sense of pride and respect for those who have contributed to the rich cultural tapestry of the Ottoman Empire and its successor states.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uzar

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

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

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