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

Hronec, 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 Hronec surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hronec in America

Hronec is the 142108th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hronec surname appeared 117 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 Hronec.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hronec 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 Hronec

The surname HRONEC is of Slavic origin, originating from the Czech Republic and Slovakia regions in Central Europe during the medieval period. It likely derived from the Old Slavic word "hron," meaning "horn" or "peak," referring to someone who lived near a prominent mountain or hill.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name HRONEC can be found in the Bohemian land records from the 14th century, where it appeared as "Hronecz." This spelling variation hints at the name's evolution over time and its adaptation to different linguistic influences.

In the 16th century, a notable figure bearing the surname HRONEC was Jan Hronec (1520-1591), a Czech Protestant reformer and theologian who played a significant role in the Bohemian Reformation movement. His writings and teachings helped shape the religious landscape of the region during that tumultuous period.

Fast forward to the 18th century, and we find Matej Hronec (1732-1809), a Slovak poet and writer celebrated for his contributions to the development of Slovak literature. His works, which often drew inspiration from folk tales and traditions, helped preserve the cultural heritage of his homeland.

In the 19th century, the name HRONEC gained prominence through the exploits of Juraj Hronec (1841-1912), a Slovak painter and illustrator renowned for his depictions of rural life and landscapes. His vibrant canvases captured the essence of Slovak village life and are now considered treasures of national art.

Another notable figure from this era was Andrej Hronec (1863-1940), a Slovak politician and lawyer who played a crucial role in the fight for Slovak autonomy within the Austro-Hungarian Empire. His advocacy for Slovak rights and self-determination left a lasting impact on the country's political landscape.

In the early 20th century, the name HRONEC was further elevated by the achievements of Michal Hronec (1901-1976), a Slovak writer and journalist who chronicled the struggles and aspirations of the Slovak people during the turbulent years of World War II and the subsequent communist era.

These are just a few examples of the illustrious individuals who have carried the surname HRONEC throughout history, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural, political, and artistic tapestry of the Slavic nations.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hronec

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

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

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