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

Korotkov, 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 Korotkov surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Korotkov in America

Korotkov is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Korotkov surname appeared 100 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 Korotkov.

The history of the last name Korotkov

The surname Korotkov has its origins in Russia, emerging during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Russian word "korotkiy," meaning "short" or "brief," suggesting that the name may have initially been a descriptor for someone of smaller stature.

One of the earliest records of the Korotkov name can be found in the Veliky Novgorod chronicles from the 14th century, where it is mentioned as a surname of a local merchant family. During this time, many Russian surnames were formed from nicknames or physical characteristics, reflecting the naming conventions of the era.

In the 16th century, the Korotkov family is known to have resided in the region of Tver, a city located northwest of Moscow. Historical documents from this period mention a Korotkov serving as a member of the local nobility, indicating the family's prominence within the area.

The name Korotkov gained further recognition in the 18th century, when Ivan Korotkov (1722-1786), a renowned Russian architect, designed several notable buildings in St. Petersburg, including the Grand Palace of Peterhof and the Mariinsky Palace. His contributions to the city's architectural landscape solidified the Korotkov name in the annals of Russian history.

Another notable figure bearing the Korotkov surname was Nikolai Korotkov (1874-1920), a Russian surgeon and scientist best known for developing the auscultatory technique for measuring blood pressure, now known as the Korotkoff sounds. His groundbreaking work in the field of medicine has left a lasting impact on medical practice worldwide.

In the realm of literature, the name Korotkov is associated with the renowned Russian writer and playwright Vasily Korotkov (1858-1914), whose works often portrayed the struggles and hardships of rural life in Russia during the late 19th century. His plays and novels provided a vivid portrayal of the social and cultural landscape of the time.

The Korotkov surname can also be traced back to the village of Korotkovo, located in the Yaroslavl Oblast region of Russia. This place name, derived from the surname, suggests that the Korotkov family may have originated from or had a strong presence in this area.

Throughout its history, the Korotkov surname has maintained a presence across various regions of Russia, with its bearers making significant contributions in fields ranging from architecture and medicine to literature and the arts, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural fabric of the country.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Korotkov

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

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 Korotkov 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.

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

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