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

Kubat, 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 Kubat surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kubat in America

Kubat is the 21790th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kubat surname appeared 1,193 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 Kubat.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kubat 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 Kubat

The surname KUBAT is of Czech origin, with roots tracing back to the 14th century in the region of Bohemia, which was then part of the Holy Roman Empire. The name is believed to be derived from the Czech word "kubat," meaning "cup" or "mug," possibly alluding to an ancestor's occupation as a cupmaker or someone involved in the production of drinking vessels.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the KUBAT surname can be found in the Bohemian land records dating back to the late 1300s, where a certain Jan Kubat is mentioned as a landowner in the village of Kostelec nad Labem. These early records also indicate variations in the spelling, such as Kubath and Kubath, reflecting the fluid nature of surnames in that era.

During the 16th century, the KUBAT name gained prominence when a notable figure, Vaclav Kubat (1535-1598), rose to become a respected scholar and humanist in Prague. His contributions to the fields of philosophy and literature earned him a place in the annals of Czech intellectual history.

In the 18th century, the KUBAT surname appeared in the records of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, with a family of that name residing in the town of Brno, now part of the Czech Republic. One member, Josef Kubat (1724-1789), was a respected craftsman and guild leader, known for his intricate woodcarvings and furniture designs.

The 19th century saw the KUBAT name spread beyond the borders of Central Europe as a result of immigration. One prominent figure was Frantisek Kubat (1821-1892), a Czech-born explorer and naturalist who accompanied several expeditions to South America, where he made significant contributions to the study of the region's flora and fauna.

Another notable bearer of the KUBAT surname was Karel Kubat (1888-1965), a Czech artist and painter renowned for his vivid landscapes and depictions of rural life. His works are celebrated for capturing the essence of the Czech countryside and are featured in many prominent art galleries and museums across Europe.

As the KUBAT name traveled through generations and across borders, it has continued to be associated with diverse fields, from academics and artists to businessmen and professionals. While its origins can be traced back to the heart of Central Europe, the KUBAT surname has become a part of the rich tapestry of global heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kubat

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

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

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