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

Kukura, 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 Kukura surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kukura in America

Kukura is the 74608th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kukura surname appeared 259 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 Kukura.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kukura 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 Kukura

The surname Kukura is of Polish origin, tracing its roots back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Greater Poland, specifically in the areas surrounding the city of Poznan. The name is thought to derive from the Polish word "kukura," which translates to "rooster" or "cockerel," suggesting a possible connection to poultry farming or a rural lifestyle.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kukura can be found in the Parish Records of Gniezno, a historic city in Greater Poland, dating back to the late 1500s. These records document the presence of individuals bearing this surname in the region during that time period. Additionally, the name appears in the Tczew Town Records of the 17th century, indicating its spread across different parts of Poland.

In the 18th century, the Kukura name gained some recognition with the birth of Jan Kukura (1724-1798), a Polish priest and scholar who served as a canon in the Collegiate Church of St. Mary in Poznan. His contributions to the local community and scholarly works have been documented in historical records of the time.

Another notable figure was Franciszek Kukura (1821-1891), a Polish painter and illustrator known for his landscapes and genre scenes depicting rural life in the Poznan region. His works are held in various Polish art collections and museums, providing a glimpse into the cultural and artistic heritage associated with this surname.

The late 19th century also saw the rise of Stanislaw Kukura (1875-1949), a Polish politician and activist who played a role in the struggle for Polish independence. He served as a member of the Polish Sejm (parliament) in the interwar period and was recognized for his efforts in promoting national unity and self-determination.

In the early 20th century, Jozef Kukura (1901-1972) made a name for himself as a renowned Polish linguist and philologist. He contributed significantly to the study of the Polish language and its dialects, authoring several influential works on the subject.

Throughout its history, the Kukura surname has maintained a strong presence in Poland, particularly in the regions of Greater Poland and Pomerania. While its origins may be humble, the name has been carried by individuals who have left their mark in various fields, from religion and politics to art and academia.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kukura

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

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

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