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

Groza, 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 Groza surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Groza in America

Groza is the 67747th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Groza surname appeared 291 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 Groza.

We can also compare 2010 data for Groza 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 Groza

The surname GROZA is of Romanian origin, with its roots tracing back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Romanian word "groază," meaning "terror" or "dread." In the early days, the surname was likely bestowed upon individuals who were known for their fearsome or awe-inspiring presence.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the GROZA surname dates back to 1489, when a certain Dumitru GROZA was mentioned in a document from the region of Wallachia, which was part of the principalities that later formed modern-day Romania. The surname was also found in other historical documents from the region, such as the "Codex Sturdzanus," a collection of legal texts from the 16th century.

In the 17th century, the GROZA surname gained prominence with the birth of Mihai GROZA (1628-1703), a prominent Romanian boyar (nobleman) and military commander. He played a significant role in the battles against the Ottoman Empire and was renowned for his bravery and tactical prowess.

Another notable figure bearing the GROZA surname was Petru GROZA (1884-1958), a Romanian politician and prime minister from 1945 to 1952. He was a key figure in the establishment of the Romanian People's Republic and the transition to a communist regime in the aftermath of World War II.

The GROZA surname also has connections to various place names in Romania. For instance, the village of Groza, located in the county of Bihor, takes its name from the surname, indicating that it may have been a settlement established by individuals bearing this name.

Throughout history, several other individuals with the GROZA surname have left their mark. Among them are:

1. Ioan GROZA (1923-2006), a Romanian football player and manager who played for teams like Jiul Petroșani and Dinamo București.
2. Gheorghe GROZA (1899-1958), a Romanian communist politician and union leader who played a role in the establishment of the Romanian Workers' Party.
3. Nicolae GROZA (born 1950), a Romanian politician and member of the Chamber of Deputies, representing the Social Democratic Party.
4. Vasile GROZA (1901-1977), a Romanian painter and graphic artist known for his landscapes and portraits.
5. Radu GROZA (born 1981), a Romanian professional basketball player who has played for teams in various European leagues.

The GROZA surname has endured through the centuries, carrying with it a rich history and cultural significance rooted in the Romanian lands. Its meaning and origins reflect the courage, strength, and fearlessness often associated with those who bear this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Groza

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

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

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