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

Ivičić, 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 Ivičić surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ivičić in America

Ivičić is the 148347th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ivičić surname appeared 111 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 Ivičić.

The history of the last name Ivičić

The surname Ivicic is of Croatian origin, originating from the coastal regions of Dalmatia and the Adriatic islands in the late medieval period. It likely derives from the Slavic root word "ivi," meaning "edge" or "border," potentially referring to individuals who lived near coastal areas or in border regions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name appears in a 15th-century census record from the island of Korcula, where a family with the surname Ivicic is listed among the residents. The name's spelling has remained relatively consistent over time, though variations such as Ivichich, Iviccich, and Ivicich can be found in historical documents.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Ivicic name gained prominence in the city of Split, where several notable individuals bearing the surname are recorded. Juraj Ivicic (1548-1622), a renowned poet and playwright, was among the most celebrated figures of the Croatian Renaissance literary movement. His works, including the epic poem "Judita," contributed significantly to the development of the Croatian language and literature.

In the 18th century, the Ivicic family established itself in the town of Sinj, where they played a role in the local governance and civic affairs. Petar Ivicic (1718-1789), a prominent lawyer and landowner, served as the town magistrate and was involved in the reconstruction efforts following the Ottoman-Venetian wars.

Another notable figure was Ante Ivicic (1852-1933), a Croatian politician and writer who served as a member of the Dalmatian Diet (regional parliament) and advocated for the preservation of Croatian cultural and linguistic heritage. His literary works, including novels and short stories, explored themes of national identity and the struggles of the Croatian people.

In the 20th century, the Ivicic name gained international recognition through the accomplishments of Drazen Ivicic (1923-1997), a renowned Croatian architect and urban planner. His innovative designs and contributions to sustainable urban development earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Pritzker Prize in 1985.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals bearing the surname Ivicic throughout history, highlighting the name's deep roots in Croatian culture and its association with various fields, including literature, politics, and architecture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ivičić

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

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

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