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

Waziri, 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 Waziri surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Waziri in America

Waziri is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Waziri surname appeared 207 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 Waziri.

We can also compare 2010 data for Waziri 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 Waziri

The surname WAZIRI is of Persian origin, originating in the regions of modern-day Iran and Afghanistan. It is believed to have first emerged in the 10th century, derived from the Persian word "wazir," which means "minister" or "advisor." The name likely referred to individuals who held positions of authority and counsel in the courts of medieval Persian rulers.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname WAZIRI can be found in the Ghaznavid chronicles of the 11th century. These manuscripts detail the exploits of the Ghaznavid Empire, which ruled over parts of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. The chronicles mention a prominent figure named Khwaja Ahmad Hasan WAZIRI, who served as a trusted advisor to the Ghaznavid Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni (971-1030 CE).

In the 13th century, the name appears in the writings of the renowned Persian poet and scholar, Saadi Shirazi (1210-1292 CE). Saadi mentions a wise man named Abolqasem WAZIRI, who was known for his insights and counsel. This suggests that the name had become associated with wisdom and intellectual prowess by this time.

During the Timurid Dynasty (1370-1507 CE), which ruled over parts of modern-day Iran, Central Asia, and India, a notable figure named Mir Husayn WAZIRI rose to prominence. He served as a minister and advisor to the Timurid ruler, Shah Rukh (1377-1447 CE), and was renowned for his diplomatic skills and political acumen.

In the realm of literature, one of the most celebrated figures with the surname WAZIRI was the 17th-century Persian poet and philosopher, Muhammad Qudratullah WAZIRI (1640-1705 CE). His poetic works, including the renowned "Makhzan-e-Asrar" (The Treasury of Secrets), explored themes of love, mysticism, and the human condition.

Another notable figure was Mirza Muhammad Khan WAZIRI (1808-1887 CE), a prominent military commander and statesman who served as the Prime Minister of Persia (modern-day Iran) during the Qajar Dynasty. He played a significant role in modernizing the Persian army and strengthening the country's diplomatic ties with European powers.

Throughout history, the surname WAZIRI has been associated with individuals of intellectual and advisory roles, often serving in positions of authority and counsel within various Persian and Central Asian courts and dynasties. The name's origins reflect the rich cultural heritage of the region and the enduring importance placed on wisdom, counsel, and governance.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Waziri

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

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

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