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

Hajdik, 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 Hajdik surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hajdik in America

Hajdik is the 150452nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hajdik surname appeared 109 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 Hajdik.

The history of the last name Hajdik

The surname "HAJDIK" has its origins in Central Europe, specifically in the region of Slovakia and the surrounding areas. It is derived from the Slovak word "hajdúch," which means "a bandit" or "a highwayman." This suggests that the name may have been originally given to someone who was associated with banditry or lived in an area known for such activities.

The name can be traced back to the 16th and 17th centuries, when the region was part of the Kingdom of Hungary. During this period, the area was plagued by conflicts and upheavals, which may have contributed to the rise of banditry and the subsequent adoption of the name "HAJDIK" as a descriptor or surname.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "HAJDIK" can be found in a document from the 17th century, which mentions a man named Ján Hajdik who was a farmer in the village of Skalica, located in present-day western Slovakia. This provides evidence that the name was already in use during that time.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the surname "HAJDIK." One such person was Štefan Hajdik (1867-1943), a Slovak poet and writer who was known for his contributions to Slovak literature and his advocacy for the Slovak language.

Another individual of note was Michal Hajdik (1887-1961), a Slovak military officer who served in the Austro-Hungarian Empire during World War I and later became a general in the Czechoslovak Army.

In the 20th century, Karol Hajdik (1911-1995) was a Slovak painter and graphic artist whose works were heavily influenced by Slovak folk art and traditions. His paintings and illustrations captured the cultural heritage of Slovakia and contributed to the preservation of its artistic legacy.

Jozef Hajdik (1920-1999) was a Slovak composer and conductor who gained recognition for his contributions to the development of Slovak classical music. His compositions included symphonies, operas, and chamber works, which were performed both in Slovakia and internationally.

Lastly, Ján Hajdik (born 1957) is a contemporary Slovak writer and translator who has published numerous works of fiction, poetry, and translations. His works have been widely recognized and have contributed to the literary landscape of Slovakia.

It is worth noting that the name "HAJDIK" may have evolved or been adapted over time, with variations in spelling or pronunciation occurring across different regions and languages. However, its roots can be traced back to the Slovak word "hajdúch" and the historical context of Central Europe.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hajdik

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

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 Hajdik 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.

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

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