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

Izsak, 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 Izsak surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Izsak in America

Izsak is the 115034th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Izsak surname appeared 152 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 Izsak.

We can also compare 2010 data for Izsak 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 Izsak

The surname Izsak has its origins in Hungary, dating back to the medieval period. It is a Hungarian variant of the Hebrew name Isaac, derived from the biblical figure of the same name. The name itself is rooted in the Hebrew word "yitzchaq," which means "he laughs."

Historically, the name Izsak was commonly found among the Jewish communities of Hungary, particularly in the regions of Buda and Pest, which later became the unified city of Budapest. During the Middle Ages, many Jewish families adopted surnames for administrative and tax purposes, often taking on names derived from biblical figures or personal characteristics.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname Izsak can be found in a 14th-century document from the city of Buda, where a merchant named Samuel Izsak is mentioned. This document provides evidence of the surname's usage during this time period and its association with the Jewish community.

In the 16th century, there are records of an Izsak family residing in the town of Nagykálló, located in present-day northeastern Hungary. This family was known for their involvement in the local Jewish community and their contributions to the region's economy through trade and commerce.

Throughout the centuries, several notable individuals have borne the surname Izsak. One such figure was Abraham Izsak (1618-1692), a renowned Rabbi and scholar who lived in the town of Óbuda, now part of Budapest. He was widely respected for his teachings and writings on Jewish law and philosophy.

Another prominent individual was Ignác Izsak (1786-1865), a Hungarian composer and violinist who gained recognition for his contributions to the development of Hungarian folk music. His works blended traditional Hungarian melodies with classical elements, helping to shape the country's musical identity.

In the 20th century, Dániel Izsak (1924-1986) was a prominent Hungarian writer and journalist. He was known for his novels and short stories that explored themes of identity, social issues, and the complexities of human relationships. His works were widely acclaimed and translated into several languages.

It is worth noting that the surname Izsak has also been associated with various place names in Hungary, such as the village of Izsákfalva, located in the county of Csongrád. This village likely took its name from an early settler or landowner with the surname Izsak.

While the surname Izsak has its roots in the Jewish community of Hungary, it has since spread to other parts of the world through migration and family connections. However, its historical significance remains deeply intertwined with the rich cultural heritage of Hungary and the experiences of its Jewish population over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Izsak

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

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

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