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

Cherven, 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 Cherven surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Cherven in America

Cherven is the 80926th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Cherven surname appeared 234 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 Cherven.

We can also compare 2010 data for Cherven 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 Cherven

The surname CHERVEN is of Slavic origin, originating in the regions of Eastern Europe, particularly in countries such as Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. The name is derived from the Slavic word "chervyen," which means "red" or "crimson." It is believed to have emerged during the medieval period, possibly as early as the 12th or 13th century.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the CHERVEN surname can be found in historical documents from the Russian Empire, where it was mentioned in connection with noble families and landowners. The name was also prevalent among the peasantry and lower classes, suggesting a diverse socioeconomic distribution.

In the 16th century, a notable figure bearing the CHERVEN surname was Ivan Cherven, a prominent merchant from the city of Novgorod. His trade ventures extended across the Baltic region, and he was known for his successful business endeavors.

Another individual of note was Mikhail Cherven, a military commander who served under Tsar Ivan the Terrible in the 16th century. He played a significant role in the conquest of the Khanate of Kazan and was recognized for his valor and strategic acumen.

During the 18th century, the CHERVEN name gained prominence in the realm of literature. Yekaterina Cherven was a celebrated poet and playwright whose works were influential in shaping the cultural landscape of the time.

In the 19th century, the CHERVEN surname was associated with the rise of industrialization in Russia. Pyotr Cherven, a successful entrepreneur, established a textile manufacturing company that employed thousands of workers and contributed to the country's economic growth.

It is worth noting that variations of the CHERVEN surname existed, such as Chervinsky, Chervonets, and Chervonenko, reflecting regional linguistic differences and adaptations over time.

While the CHERVEN surname has its roots in Eastern Europe, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, the name's origins can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of the Slavic nations, where it has held significance for centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Cherven

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

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

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