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

Jukić, 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 Jukić surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jukić in America

Jukić is the 80419th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jukić surname appeared 236 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 Jukić.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jukić 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 Jukić

The surname Jukic is of Croatian origin, originating in the region of Dalmatia, a coastal area along the Adriatic Sea. It is believed to have emerged sometime during the medieval period, though its exact origins are uncertain.

One theory suggests that the name Jukic is derived from the Croatian word "jug," meaning "south." This could indicate that the earliest bearers of the name may have lived in the southern regions of Croatia or migrated from the south. Another possibility is that the name is connected to the Slavic word "juka," which means "yoke" or "harness," potentially implying an occupation related to farming or animal husbandry.

The earliest known historical record of the surname Jukic dates back to the 15th century, appearing in a tax register from the city of Dubrovnik, a prominent maritime republic at the time. This document lists several individuals bearing the name, indicating its presence in the region during that era.

In the 16th century, the name Jukic is found in various legal documents and records from the Dalmatian hinterland, particularly in the areas around the towns of Sinj and Vrlika. These records often mention individuals engaged in agricultural activities or as landowners, suggesting a strong connection to rural life.

One notable individual bearing the surname Jukic was Petar Jukic, a Catholic priest and scholar who lived in the 17th century. Born in Sinj in 1639, Petar Jukic authored several theological works and served as a teacher and rector at the Jesuit College in Dubrovnik. He is recognized as an influential figure in the intellectual and religious circles of his time.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Ivan Jukic, a Croatian military officer who fought against the Ottoman Turks in the 18th century. Born in Vrlika in 1720, Ivan Jukic rose through the ranks of the Habsburg military and played a significant role in the liberation of Dalmatia from Ottoman rule, earning him recognition and honors from the Austrian Empire.

In the 19th century, the Jukic surname can be found in various historical records from the Dalmatian islands, particularly on the islands of Brac and Hvar. This suggests that the name had spread across the Adriatic region and established roots in coastal communities.

One of the most renowned individuals with the surname Jukic is Marko Jukic, a Croatian writer and poet born in Split in 1879. His literary works, which often explored themes of Dalmatian life and culture, garnered critical acclaim and contributed to the preservation of the region's cultural heritage.

Throughout its history, the surname Jukic has maintained a strong presence in Croatia, particularly in the Dalmatian region. While its exact origins remain shrouded in mystery, the name has endured as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of this Mediterranean coastal area, carrying with it the echoes of generations past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jukić

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

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

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