Fikac last name popularity, history, and meaning

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

Meaning of Fikac

A surname of Czech origin meaning someone from the village of Fikáč.

Fikac, 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 Fikac surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Fikac in America

Fikac is the 127494th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Fikac surname appeared 134 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 Fikac.

We can also compare 2010 data for Fikac 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.

20102000Change (%)
Rank127494147095-14.28%
Count13410326.16%
Proportion per 100k0.050.0422.22%

The history of the last name Fikac

The surname "FIKAC" is of Czech origin and can be traced back to the 14th century. It is believed to have originated from the Czech village of Fikal, located in the southwestern region of the country, near the border with Germany.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "FIKAC" can be found in a 1387 census record from the town of Cheb (known as Eger in German), which was part of the Kingdom of Bohemia at the time. The record lists a family with the surname "Fikacz", which is believed to be an early spelling variation of "FIKAC".

The name is thought to be derived from the Czech word "fikal", which translates to "swindler" or "trickster". This suggests that the name may have originally been a descriptive nickname given to someone who was known for their cunning or deceptive nature.

In the 16th century, a prominent Czech scholar and writer named Matěj Fikac (1516-1589) rose to prominence. He was a humanist and a member of the Bohemian Brethren, a Protestant group that played a significant role in the religious and cultural life of the Czech lands during the Reformation.

Another notable figure with the surname "FIKAC" was Jan Fikac (1628-1699), a Baroque painter from Prague who specialized in religious and mythological scenes. His works can be found in several churches and galleries across the Czech Republic.

During the 19th century, a Czech astronomer named Antonín Fikac (1833-1912) made significant contributions to the study of comets and asteroids. He worked as an assistant at the Prague Observatory and discovered several minor planets, including one named "Bohemia" in honor of his homeland.

In the early 20th century, a Czech writer and journalist named Jaroslav Fikac (1898-1961) gained recognition for his novels and short stories, which often explored themes of social injustice and the struggles of the working class.

Another historical figure with the surname "FIKAC" was Karel Fikac (1905-1965), a Czech architect who played a significant role in the reconstruction and urban planning of Prague after World War II. He was responsible for designing several notable buildings and public spaces in the city.

Overall, the surname "FIKAC" has a rich history and cultural significance in the Czech lands, with roots dating back to the Middle Ages. It has been borne by scholars, artists, scientists, and other notable figures throughout the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Fikac

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

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 Fikac was:

Race/EthnicityPercentageTotal Occurrences
Non-Hispanic White Only91.04%122
Non-Hispanic Black Only0.00%0
Non-Hispanic Asian and Pacific Islander Only(S)%(S)
Non-Hispanic American Indian and Alaskan Native0.00%0
Non-Hispanic of Two or More Races(S)%(S)
Hispanic Origin7.46%10

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 Fikac has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

20102000Change (%)
White91.04%95.15%-4.41%
Black0.00%0.00%0.00%
Asian and Pacific Islander(S)%(S)%(S)%
American Indian and Alaskan Native0.00%0.00%0.00%
Two or More Races(S)%0.00%(S)%
Hispanic7.46%(S)%(S)%

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

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