About Shia
The surname Shia is of Arabic origin and is derived from the Arabic word "shīʿa," which means "followers" or "partisans." It is primarily associated with the Shia branch of Islam, which is one of the two major sects in Islam, the other being Sunni. The surname Shia is often found among individuals who belong to or have ancestral ties to Shia Muslim communities.
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The surname Shia is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Shia based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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