2000
#150,436
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 100
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Zadrima
A Latvian surname possibly derived from the word "zadrs" meaning aggressive or fierce.
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 118 Americans carry the last name Zadrima. 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 Zadrima 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 Zadrima 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 Zadrima, the largest self-reported group is White at 99.0%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (1.0%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Zadrima
The surname Zadrima originates from the northern region of Albania, particularly from an area known as Zadrima. This area, historically significant for its pastoral and agrarian culture, has been inhabited since ancient times. The name itself is closely associated with the toponym Zadrima, which refers to the fertile plain situated between the rivers Drin and Mati.
Etymologically, Zadrima is derived from old Slavic and Albanian linguistic elements. The prefix "Za-" can be traced back to an old Slavic term meaning 'beyond' or 'behind', while "drima" has its roots in the Albanian word "Drin", referring to the Drin River. Therefore, Zadrima might literally translate to 'beyond the Drin'. This makes sense given the geographical location of the early bearers of the name in relation to the river.
The earliest recorded instances of the surname Zadrima appear in medieval documents in the region. One of the oldest references can be found in the records of the Venetian Republic, which held influence over parts of Albania during the 14th century. These documents mention a local chieftain named Gjon Zadrima, born around 1330, who played a pivotal role in local governance and dealings with Venetian officials.
Throughout the Ottoman period, the name Zadrima continued to be significant. Historical manuscripts from the 16th century list Martin Zadrima as a notable figure in the region. Born in 1527, Martin was a landowner and also involved in the resistance efforts against Ottoman rule. His leadership and influence cemented the Zadrima name in local history.
In the late 18th century, another prominent figure bearing the Zadrima surname was Pjetër Zadrima, born in 1762. An influential clergy member, Pjetër was known for his contributions to the cultural and religious life of northern Albania. His writings and efforts in education and church reforms were well-documented in ecclesiastical records of the time.
By the 19th century, the surname had spread beyond its original geographic confines. One of the notable personalities of this period was Kole Zadrima, born in 1824, a key figure in the Albanian National Awakening. Kole was instrumental in promoting the use of the Albanian language and independence movements, leaving a lasting legacy.
In the early 20th century, Mark Zadrima emerged as a cultural figure, born in 1878. He was a poet and writer, whose works focused on the folklore and traditions of the Zadrima region. His well-preserved literary contributions provide valuable insights into the life and culture of Albanians during that era.
The surname Zadrima, with its deep historical roots in northern Albania, reflects a rich tapestry of cultural, political, and religious influence. The name is indelibly linked with the people and the region, representative of a lineage that has played a significant role in the history of Albania.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Zadrima
Among Census respondents with the surname Zadrima, the largest self-reported group is White at 99.0%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (1.0%).
The bar chart below shows how Zadrima 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 Zadrima surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White99.0% · 102
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.0% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Zadrima
Zadrima appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#148,347
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 111
+11 bearers (+11.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 2,089 places
2020
#154,182
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 103
-8 bearers (-7.2%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Down 5,835 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #150,436 | 100 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #148,347 | 111 | 0.04 | +11 bearers (+11.0%) | Up 2,089 places |
| 2020 | #154,182 | 103 | 0.03 | -8 bearers (-7.2%) | Down 5,835 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 Zadrima 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 | #148,347 | #154,182 | -3.9% |
| Count | 111 | 103 | -7.2% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.03 | -13.9% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Zadrima bearers went from 111 to 103 (-7.2% change). The surname moved down 5,835 positions in the national ranking, going from #148,347 to #154,182.
FAQ
Zadrima surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Zadrima?
Name Census estimates that about 118 living Americans carry the surname Zadrima. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,904,698 residents.
How common is Zadrima?
Zadrima 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 Zadrima. 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 Zadrima.
Has Zadrima become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Zadrima went from 111 recorded bearers to 103. That is a decrease of 8 (-7.2%). In the national ranking it fell from #148,347 to #154,182.
What does the Census say about the background of Zadrima?
Among Census respondents with the surname Zadrima, the largest self-reported group is White at 99.0%. The next largest groups are Asian/Pacific Islander (1.0%). 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 Zadrima in the 2020 Census, accounting for 99.0% (102 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Zadrima appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (99.0%), Asian/Pacific Islander (1.0%). 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 Zadrima (2000, 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 Zadrima mean?
A Latvian surname possibly derived from the word "zadrs" meaning aggressive or fierce. 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 Zadrima (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 share the surname Zadrima?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.