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

Ziogas, 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 Ziogas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ziogas in America

Ziogas is the 120187th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ziogas surname appeared 144 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 Ziogas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ziogas 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 Ziogas

The surname Ziogas has roots in Greece, specifically in the regions of Thessaly and Epirus. This last name can be traced back to at least the Middle Ages, reflecting the linguistic and cultural history of these areas. The name derives from the Greek word "ζυγός" (zygos), meaning "yoke," an agricultural tool traditionally used with oxen, symbolizing the labor and agricultural heritage of the region.

In historical records, the surname makes occasional appearances in the form of land deeds and agricultural registers. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ziogas can be found in a 14th-century Byzantine manuscript, which documents land ownership and tax obligations of local farmers in Thessaly. This supports the connection between the surname and agricultural activities.

The name has seen various spellings through the years, including Ziosi and Ziozi, reflecting regional dialects and transliteration differences. In the 17th century, an individual named Dimitrios Ziogas from Epirus gained local fame for his contributions to agriculture, particularly in the development of new farming techniques. Born in 1621, Dimitrios' methods were innovative and influential, enhancing the productivity of farms in the region until his death in 1693.

In the 18th century, the surname gained prominence with Ioannis Ziogas, a notable participant in the Orlov Revolt (1770), an early anti-Ottoman uprising. Born in 1745, Ioannis was a fervent patriot and his efforts in the struggle are documented in several historical accounts of the period.

Another significant figure is Nikolaos Ziogas, born in 1790 in Thessaly, who became a well-known merchant and later played a role in supporting the Greek War of Independence. His financial contributions and logistical support were vital to the revolutionary efforts until his passing in 1847.

In the early 20th century, Panagiotis Ziogas, born in 1885, emerged as a political figure advocating for agrarian reforms in Greece. His leadership and dedication to improving the lives of farmers were recognized until his untimely death in 1923 in a political demonstration.

Finally, during World War II, Konstantinos Ziogas, a resistance fighter born in 1917, became a symbol of courage. He joined the Greek resistance movement against the Axis occupation, partaking in numerous operations until his capture and execution in 1944.

Through the centuries, the surname Ziogas has maintained a strong connection to the land and agricultural heritage of Greece, with its bearers often playing pivotal roles in local and national history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ziogas

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

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

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