2010
#160,975
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 100
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.03
Very Rare Last name
Yadgarov
A surname of Persian origin meaning "remembrance" or "memorial".
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 118 Americans carry the last name Yadgarov. That puts it at #154,182 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,904,698 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Yadgarov surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
118
1 in 2,904,698
Census rank
#154,182
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
103
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 103 bearers of the surname Yadgarov in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 154182nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Yadgarov, the largest self-reported group is White at 84.5%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (10.7%) and Two or More Races (4.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Yadgarov
The surname Yadgarov originates from regions traditionally associated with Persian and Central Asian cultures. The timeframe for its origin appears to be the medieval period, circa the 15th or 16th century, when surnames began to be more commonly used for identification purposes in these regions. The name is believed to be derived from the Persian word "yadgar," which means "memory" or "souvenir," often used to signify something cherished or commemorated.
Yadgarov likely emerged in areas with significant Persian influence, such as Iran, parts of Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. These regions were known for their rich cultural interchanges, often absorbing and adapting linguistic elements from neighboring languages and cultures. Linguistic derivatives could include various local dialectical forms, although the core meaning remained tied to remembrance and commemoration.
The earliest records of the name can be traced back to Persian manuscripts from the Safavid era, where individuals with the surname Yadgarov were documented in various official capacities, including court scribes and local administrators. These roles often required a high level of literacy and cultural knowledge, reflecting the prestigious background associated with the name.
One of the earliest known individuals with the surname was Ali Yadgarov, born in 1602, who served as a secretary in the court of Shah Abbas I of Persia. Ali Yadgarov's meticulous record-keeping and contributions to Persian historical documents made his name quite prominent in historical texts. Another notable figure was Faridun Yadgarov, born in 1687, a poet and scholar from Bukhara known for his works that often dealt with themes of memory and legacy.
In the 18th century, the name appears in Russian records with the migration of Central Asian artisans and traders to the Russian Empire. One such individual was Ismail Yadgarov, born in 1715, who became known for his craftsmanship in creating intricate textile patterns. His work became highly sought after, and his legacy continued through his descendants who carried on the trade.
Milena Yadgarov, born in 1799, made significant contributions to Persian literature and is remembered for her translations of classical Persian poetry into Russian. Her works helped bridge cultural gaps between the two empires and solidified the significance of the Yadgarov name in literary circles.
In the 19th century, Karim Yadgarov, born in 1835, played a crucial role in the modernization of Bukhara's educational system. As an educator and reformist, he focused on incorporating both traditional Persian and modern Russian educational methodologies, leaving a lasting impact on the region's academic landscape.
The Yadgarov surname thus has deep historical roots characterized by contributions to literature, administration, and culture across several centuries and regions. Its legacy persists through the rich heritage of memories and commemorations that the name signifies.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Yadgarov
Among Census respondents with the surname Yadgarov, the largest self-reported group is White at 84.5%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (10.7%) and Two or More Races (4.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Yadgarov bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Yadgarov surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White84.5% · 87
- Asian and Pacific Islander10.7% · 11
- Two or more races4.9% · 5
Timeline
Historical Census data for Yadgarov
Yadgarov appears in 2 published Census surname files: 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2020
#154,182
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 103
+3 bearers (+3.0%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Up 6,793 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | #160,975 | 100 | 0.03 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2020 | #154,182 | 103 | 0.03 | +3 bearers (+3.0%) | Up 6,793 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Yadgarov surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #160,975 | #154,182 | 4.2% |
| Count | 100 | 103 | 3.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.03 | 0.03 | 14.9% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Yadgarov bearers went from 100 to 103 (+3.0% change). The surname moved up 6,793 positions in the national ranking, going from #160,975 to #154,182.
FAQ
Yadgarov surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Yadgarov?
Name Census estimates that about 118 living Americans carry the surname Yadgarov. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,904,698 residents.
How common is Yadgarov?
Yadgarov ranks #154,182 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 103 people with the surname Yadgarov. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (118), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Yadgarov.
Has Yadgarov become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Yadgarov went from 100 recorded bearers to 103. That is an increase of 3 (+3.0%). In the national ranking it rose from #160,975 to #154,182.
What does the Census say about the background of Yadgarov?
Among Census respondents with the surname Yadgarov, the largest self-reported group is White at 84.5%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (10.7%) and Two or More Races (4.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Yadgarov in the 2020 Census, accounting for 84.5% (87 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Yadgarov appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (84.5%), Asian/Pacific Islander (10.7%), Two or More Races (4.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Yadgarov (2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Yadgarov mean?
A surname of Persian origin meaning "remembrance" or "memorial". The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Yadgarov (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people have the last name Yadgarov?
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