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

Katinas, 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 Katinas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Katinas in America

Katinas is the 105600th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Katinas surname appeared 169 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 Katinas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Katinas 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 Katinas

The surname Katinas is of Lithuanian origin, with its roots traceable back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Dzūkija region, situated in southern Lithuania. The name is derived from the Lithuanian word "katinas," which translates to "tomcat" or "male cat."

Historically, surnames in Lithuania often emerged as descriptive names, reflecting physical characteristics, occupations, or places of origin. The name Katinas likely referred to an individual with cat-like qualities, such as agility, stealth, or independence, suggesting a connection to the feline world.

While there are no definitive records of the name's appearance in ancient manuscripts or chronicles, the earliest known instances of the Katinas surname can be found in parish records and land registries from the late 16th and early 17th centuries in the Dzūkija region.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the Katinas surname was Jonas Katinas, a landowner and farmer who lived in the village of Merkinė in the late 16th century. Another noteworthy figure was Martynas Katinas, a prominent merchant and trader who operated in the town of Alytus in the mid-17th century.

In the 18th century, the Katinas surname gained recognition with Petras Katinas, a respected scholar and theologian who authored several works on religious philosophy. His contributions to the intellectual landscape of Lithuania during that period were significant.

As the surname spread across Lithuania, it also underwent variations in spelling, such as Katinas, Katinski, and Katinski. These variations often reflected regional dialects or adaptations to local naming conventions.

One of the most renowned individuals with the Katinas surname was Antanas Katinas (1858-1919), a prominent Lithuanian writer, journalist, and political activist. He played a pivotal role in the Lithuanian National Revival movement, advocating for cultural preservation and independence from the Russian Empire.

Another notable figure was Juozas Katinas (1890-1953), a celebrated painter and artist who captured the essence of Lithuanian landscapes and rural life in his works. His paintings are now considered treasures of Lithuanian cultural heritage.

Throughout history, the Katinas surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including farmers, artisans, scholars, and artists, all contributing to the rich tapestry of Lithuanian society and culture.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Katinas

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

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

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