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

Koral, 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 Koral surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Koral in America

Koral is the 48901st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Koral surname appeared 431 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 Koral.

We can also compare 2010 data for Koral 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 Koral

The surname Koral is believed to have originated in Poland during the medieval period. It is likely derived from the Polish word "korale," which means "beads" or "coral." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who worked with or traded in beads or coral.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Koral can be traced back to the 15th century in various Polish documents and records. It is possible that the name was also associated with specific locations or regions in Poland where coral or bead-making activities were prevalent.

One notable early bearer of the Koral surname was Jan Koral, a Polish nobleman and landowner who lived in the late 16th century. He was known for his involvement in local politics and his contributions to the development of his region.

In the 17th century, the Koral name appeared in several church records and land registries in various parts of Poland. This indicates that the name had spread and become more widespread during this time period.

Another significant figure with the Koral surname was Marcin Koral, a Polish artist and painter who lived in the 18th century. He was renowned for his religious and historical paintings, many of which can still be found in churches and museums throughout Poland.

As the centuries passed, the Koral name continued to be present in various historical records and documents across Poland. Some notable individuals bearing this surname include:

1. Józef Koral (1795-1867), a Polish writer and poet known for his patriotic works.
2. Stanisław Koral (1834-1912), a Polish engineer and inventor who contributed to the development of early steam engines.
3. Maria Koral (1875-1942), a Polish educator and advocate for women's rights and education.
4. Tadeusz Koral (1901-1980), a Polish military officer who served in World War II and later became involved in politics.
5. Wacław Koral (1926-2011), a Polish historian and academic who specialized in the study of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth.

The Koral surname has a rich history and has been carried by individuals from various walks of life throughout the centuries in Poland. While its origins are rooted in the medieval era, the name has persisted and evolved, reflecting the diverse experiences and contributions of those who have borne it.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Koral

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

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

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