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

Kominek, 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 Kominek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kominek in America

Kominek is the 65066th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kominek surname appeared 305 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 Kominek.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kominek 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 Kominek

The surname Kominek is believed to have originated in Poland, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Polish word "komin," meaning "chimney" or "fireplace," suggesting a possible connection to an occupation or a location associated with these structures.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Kominek surname can be found in a 17th-century Polish census record, where it was spelled "Kominiek." This variation in spelling was common during that era, as standardized spelling conventions were not yet widely adopted.

In the 18th century, the name Kominek appeared in several historical documents from the Krakow region of Poland. These records included birth, marriage, and death registries, indicating that the name was well-established in that area.

During the 19th century, the Kominek surname gained prominence with the rise of prominent individuals bearing the name. One notable figure was Jan Kominek (1792-1867), a Polish poet and writer known for his patriotic works that celebrated Polish identity and culture.

Another distinguished individual with the Kominek surname was Maria Kominek (1845-1912), a pioneering educator who founded one of the first schools for girls in Warsaw. Her efforts contributed significantly to advancing educational opportunities for women in Poland during that era.

In the early 20th century, the Kominek name was carried across borders as Polish immigrants sought new opportunities abroad. One such individual was Stanislaw Kominek (1902-1978), who immigrated to the United States and became a successful businessman in the Chicago area.

Another notable bearer of the Kominek surname was Kazimierz Kominek (1915-1994), a Polish resistance fighter during World War II. He played a crucial role in the Warsaw Uprising against the Nazi occupation and was later recognized for his bravery and service to his country.

As the centuries passed, the Kominek surname spread beyond its Polish origins, and individuals with this name could be found in various parts of the world, contributing to diverse fields and leaving their mark on history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kominek

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

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

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