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

Hyjek, 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 Hyjek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Hyjek in America

Hyjek is the 79846th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Hyjek surname appeared 238 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 Hyjek.

We can also compare 2010 data for Hyjek 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 Hyjek

The surname HYJEK is believed to have its origins in the Czech Republic, with records indicating its presence in the region dating back to the 16th century. The name is thought to be derived from the Czech word "hýždit," which means "to embrace" or "to caress," suggesting a potential connection to an ancestor's occupation or personal characteristic.

HYJEK is speculated to have originated in the village of Hýžděď, located in the modern-day Ústí nad Labem Region of the Czech Republic. This village name shares a similar root with the surname, further strengthening the connection between the two.

One of the earliest documented references to the HYJEK name can be found in the parish records of the town of Louny, which date back to the late 16th century. These records mention a certain Jan HYJEK, who lived in the town during that time period.

In the 17th century, a notable figure bearing the HYJEK surname was Karel HYJEK, a prominent Czech artist and engraver. He was born in 1630 and is renowned for his intricate engravings depicting religious and historical scenes.

During the 18th century, the HYJEK name appeared in various historical records across Bohemia, which was then part of the Habsburg Monarchy. One such record mentions a Josef HYJEK, who served as a magistrate in the town of Plzeň in the mid-1700s.

In the 19th century, the HYJEK surname gained recognition through the works of the Czech writer and poet, Václav HYJEK. Born in 1825, he is celebrated for his contributions to the Czech literary renaissance and his efforts in preserving the Czech language and culture.

Another noteworthy figure with the HYJEK surname was Antonín HYJEK, a Czech military officer who fought in World War I. He was born in 1878 and is remembered for his bravery and leadership during the conflict.

Throughout the centuries, the HYJEK surname has been associated with various occupations, from artists and writers to government officials and military personnel, showcasing the diverse backgrounds and contributions of individuals bearing this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Hyjek

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

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

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