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

Konas, 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 Konas surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Konas in America

Konas is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Konas surname appeared 105 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 Konas.

We can also compare 2010 data for Konas 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 Konas

The surname KONAS originates from Lithuania, with the earliest records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Lithuanian word "konas," meaning "cone" or "conifer." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near or worked with conifers or pine trees.

In the late 16th century, the name KONAS appeared in a manuscript documenting land ownership records in the Kaunas region of Lithuania. This region was known for its vast forests and timber industry, lending further credence to the name's connection with conifers.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname KONAS was Mykolas KONAS, a merchant who lived in the town of Kėdainiai in the early 17th century. He was known for his successful trading of timber and other forest products.

In the 18th century, the name KONAS was found in records from the nearby town of Jurbarkas, where a family of millers and sawyers bore the surname. This further reinforces the name's association with the timber and forestry industries.

A notable figure in Lithuanian history was Antanas KONAS (1793-1868), a prominent landowner and philanthropist from the Kaunas region. He was instrumental in establishing several schools and hospitals in the area, leaving a lasting legacy.

Another individual of note was Ona KONAS (1842-1912), a writer and educator from the town of Vilkaviškis. She was one of the first women in Lithuania to publish works of fiction and played a significant role in promoting literacy among women.

In the 20th century, Juozas KONAS (1915-1998) gained recognition as a talented sculptor, known for his intricate woodcarvings and sculptures depicting Lithuanian folklore and traditions. His works are displayed in museums across the country.

Despite its Lithuanian roots, the surname KONAS has spread to other parts of the world through immigration and migration. While the name may have evolved in spelling or pronunciation over time, its origins can be traced back to the forests and timber industry of Lithuania in the 16th and 17th centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Konas

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

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

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