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

Janovsky, 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 Janovsky surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Janovsky in America

Janovsky is the 49999th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Janovsky surname appeared 419 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 Janovsky.

We can also compare 2010 data for Janovsky 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 Janovsky

The surname Janovsky originates from the Czech Republic, where it first emerged during the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Slavic word "jan," which means "grace" or "favor," combined with the possessive suffix "-ov" and the adjectival ending "-sky," indicating a place of origin or association.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Janovsky can be found in medieval Czech documents and registers, particularly those related to land ownership and taxation records. Some of the earliest examples date back to the 14th century, when the name appears in various forms, such as Janowski, Janowsky, and Janovsky.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the surname Janovsky was Jan Janovsky (1370-1432), a prominent Czech scholar and philosopher who was a professor at the University of Prague. He played a significant role in the intellectual and cultural life of the city during the early 15th century.

Another historical figure bearing the name Janovsky was Vaclav Janovsky (1548-1618), a Czech Protestant theologian and writer who was a key figure in the Bohemian Reformation. His works, including translations of religious texts and polemical writings, were influential in shaping the religious landscape of the region during the 16th century.

In the 18th century, the Janovsky name gained prominence with the birth of Frantisek Janovsky (1738-1812), a renowned Czech composer and violinist. He was a prominent figure in the classical music scene of Prague and is credited with composing numerous symphonies, concertos, and chamber works.

The 19th century saw the emergence of another notable Janovsky, Karel Janovsky (1811-1875), a Czech painter and illustrator known for his landscapes and genre scenes depicting rural life in Bohemia. His works are celebrated for their attention to detail and their ability to capture the essence of the Czech countryside.

Towards the end of the 19th century, the name Janovsky was also associated with the Czech-American scientist and inventor, Emil Janovsky (1871-1942). He made significant contributions to the field of radiology and is credited with developing the first successful X-ray tube for medical imaging purposes.

Throughout its history, the surname Janovsky has been associated with various locations and place names within the Czech Republic, such as Janovsky Castle, a medieval fortress located in the Moravian region, and the town of Janovice, which likely derived its name from the same linguistic roots.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Janovsky

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

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

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