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

Budoff, 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 Budoff surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Budoff in America

Budoff is the 125282nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Budoff surname appeared 137 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 Budoff.

We can also compare 2010 data for Budoff 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 Budoff

The surname BUDOFF is believed to have originated in Russia, with its earliest recorded use dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Russian word "buda," which means "hut" or "small dwelling," suggesting that the name may have been given to someone who lived in a modest abode.

In the early days, the name was often spelled as "Budov" or "Budovsky," reflecting the Russian patronymic naming system. One of the earliest known bearers of the name was Ivan Budovsky, a merchant from the city of Novgorod, who was mentioned in a trade document from 1547.

As the name spread across Russia, it underwent various spelling variations, such as "Budof," "Budovich," and eventually, "BUDOFF." These changes were likely influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of scribes who recorded the names.

In the 18th century, the name BUDOFF appeared in several records related to the Russian nobility. Notably, Andrei Budoff (1712-1789) was a prominent military officer who served under Empress Elizabeth and Catherine the Great. He played a significant role in the Seven Years' War and was awarded several honors for his service.

Another notable figure was Yekaterina Budoff (1765-1842), a Russian noblewoman and philanthropist. She was known for her charitable works and established several schools and hospitals in St. Petersburg and Moscow.

During the 19th century, the BUDOFF surname was also found in other parts of Eastern Europe, particularly in Ukraine and Belarus, where it was spelled as "Budov" or "Budovsky." One of the most renowned individuals with this name was Mikhail Budovsky (1825-1902), a Ukrainian writer and poet who contributed significantly to the development of modern Ukrainian literature.

In the 20th century, the name BUDOFF gained recognition outside of Eastern Europe as some families immigrated to other parts of the world. For instance, Sergei Budoff (1901-1978) was a Russian-born American physicist who made significant contributions to the field of nuclear physics during his time at the University of California, Berkeley.

Another notable figure was Olga Budoff (1918-2002), a Russian-born American artist and sculptor. Her work was exhibited in various galleries across the United States, and she was known for her unique style that blended elements of Russian folk art and modernism.

While the surname BUDOFF may have humble origins, it has been carried by individuals who have left their mark in various fields, from military service and literature to science and art, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Budoff

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

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

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