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

Kobliska, 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 Kobliska surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kobliska in America

Kobliska is the 76768th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kobliska surname appeared 250 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 Kobliska.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kobliska 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 Kobliska

The surname Kobliska has its origins in the Slavic regions of Eastern Europe, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 15th century. The name is believed to have derived from the Slavic word "kobyla," which translates to "mare" or "small horse." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who worked with horses or lived in an area known for horse breeding.

One of the earliest known references to the name Kobliska can be found in the records of the city of Krakow, Poland, from the late 1400s. These records mention a family with the surname Kobliska residing in the city's outskirts, likely engaged in agricultural or equestrian activities.

The name's spelling has undergone slight variations over the centuries, with alternative forms such as Koblitzka, Kobyliska, and Kobylitzka appearing in various historical documents across Central and Eastern Europe. These variations likely stemmed from regional dialects and the influence of different languages within the region.

Kobliska has been associated with several notable individuals throughout history. One such figure is Jan Kobliska (1592-1648), a Polish military commander who fought in the Thirty Years' War. His exploits were documented in contemporary chronicles, earning him recognition for his bravery and strategic acumen.

Another prominent bearer of the name was Maria Kobliska (1718-1792), a renowned Polish herbalist and healer. Her knowledge of traditional remedies and medicinal plants was widely respected, and she is credited with preserving and disseminating valuable medical knowledge during her lifetime.

In the 19th century, the Kobliska family produced a notable writer and philosopher, Stefan Kobliska (1826-1901). His works explored themes of social justice, nationalism, and the human condition, earning him a place among the influential thinkers of his time.

Another notable figure was Katarzyna Kobliska (1867-1945), a Polish activist and suffragette who fought tirelessly for women's rights and equality. Her advocacy and public speeches played a crucial role in advancing the cause of women's suffrage in her country.

The surname Kobliska can also be traced to the Czech Republic, where records from the 16th century mention a family of that name residing in the town of Litomyšl. This branch of the Kobliska family was involved in the local textile trade, contributing to the town's economic growth during that period.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kobliska

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

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

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