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

Krenek, 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 Krenek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Krenek in America

Krenek is the 24237th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Krenek surname appeared 1,035 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 Krenek.

We can also compare 2010 data for Krenek 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 Krenek

The surname KRENEK is of Czech origin, with its roots traced back to the early 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the Czech word "krčma," which means "tavern" or "inn," suggesting that the name may have been associated with those who owned or worked in such establishments.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the KRENEK surname can be found in the Czech town of Pilsen, where it appears in historical records dating back to the 1520s. During this period, the name was often spelled as "Krčmář" or "Krčmárik," which further solidifies its connection to the word "krčma."

In the 17th century, the KRENEK surname began to spread beyond the Czech lands, appearing in parts of Germany and Austria. This was likely due to the migration patterns of people during that time, as well as the influence of the Habsburg Empire, which ruled over a vast territory that included parts of modern-day Czech Republic, Germany, and Austria.

One notable figure with the KRENEK surname was Jan Křenek (1700-1768), a Czech composer and organist who lived and worked in Prague during the Baroque era. His works, although not widely known today, were highly regarded in his time and contributed to the rich musical heritage of the Czech lands.

In the 19th century, the KRENEK surname gained some prominence in the world of literature. Václav Křenek (1832-1901) was a Czech writer and journalist who played an important role in the Czech National Revival movement, advocating for the preservation and promotion of the Czech language and culture.

Another significant figure with the KRENEK surname was Ernst Křenek (1900-1991), an Austrian-born composer and music theorist who was a key figure in the development of modern atonal and serial music. His works, such as the opera "Jonny spielt auf," were influential in shaping the avant-garde music scene of the early 20th century.

As the KRENEK surname continued to spread across Europe, it also found its way to other parts of the world through immigration. One notable example is the American composer Ernst Krenek (1900-1991), who was born in Austria but later emigrated to the United States, where he became a prominent figure in the American modernist movement.

Throughout history, the KRENEK surname has been associated with various professions and fields, from innkeepers and musicians to writers and composers. While its origins can be traced back to the Czech lands, the name has transcended borders and cultures, leaving its mark on the tapestry of human history.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Krenek

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

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

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