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

Durkovic, 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 Durkovic surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Durkovic in America

Durkovic is the 119508th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Durkovic surname appeared 145 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 Durkovic.

We can also compare 2010 data for Durkovic 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 Durkovic

The surname Durkovic has its origins in the Slavic region of Central and Eastern Europe. It is believed to have originated in the area now known as Croatia, specifically in the region of Dalmatia. The name is derived from the Slavic root "durk," which means "oak" or "oak tree."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Durkovic can be found in the 14th century when it appeared in the records of the city of Zadar, a coastal town in Dalmatia. The name was spelled "Durković" in these early documents, reflecting its Slavic roots.

During the medieval period, the Durkovic family was known for their involvement in the timber trade, which likely contributed to the association of their name with oak trees. Some historical records suggest that members of the family owned and operated sawmills in the forested areas near Zadar.

In the 16th century, a notable figure named Ivan Durkovic (1520-1589) was a prominent merchant and landowner in the city of Split, which was part of the Venetian Republic at the time. Ivan Durkovic was known for his successful trading ventures and for his involvement in local politics.

Another prominent individual with the surname Durkovic was Marko Durkovic (1675-1742), who was a renowned sculptor and woodcarver from the town of Trogir. His intricate wood carvings can still be found in churches and buildings throughout Dalmatia, and he is considered one of the most skilled artists of his time in the region.

During the 19th century, the Durkovic surname became more widespread as members of the family migrated to other parts of Europe and beyond. One notable figure from this period was Petar Durkovic (1819-1892), a Croatian writer and journalist who played a significant role in the Croatian National Revival movement.

Another individual of note was Milena Durkovic (1890-1971), a Serbian painter and artist who was part of the Modernist movement in the early 20th century. Her works are celebrated for their bold use of color and innovative styles, and she is considered a pioneer of modern Serbian art.

While the surname Durkovic has its roots in the Slavic regions of Central and Eastern Europe, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, the name's connection to oak trees and its historical ties to the timber trade and artistic craftsmanship in the Dalmatian region remain an integral part of its rich cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Durkovic

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

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

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