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

Kuzmić, 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 Kuzmić surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Kuzmić in America

Kuzmić is the 85659th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Kuzmić surname appeared 218 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 Kuzmić.

We can also compare 2010 data for Kuzmić 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 Kuzmić

The surname KUZMIC has its origins in Croatia, tracing back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Slavic word "kuzma," meaning "smith" or "blacksmith." The name is believed to have originated in the region around the city of Zagreb, where many skilled metalworkers and blacksmiths resided.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name KUZMIC can be found in a 1487 census record from the town of Samobor, near Zagreb. The document lists a family with the surname KUZMIC, likely indicating their occupation as smiths or metalworkers.

In the 16th century, the name began to spread beyond the Zagreb region as families migrated to other parts of Croatia and neighboring countries. Records from this period show variations in spelling, such as KUZMICH and KUZMITS, reflecting the influence of local dialects and scribes.

A notable early bearer of the KUZMIC name was Ivan KUZMIC, a renowned blacksmith who lived in the city of Split during the late 16th century. His intricate metalwork adorned several churches and public buildings in the area, cementing his reputation as a master craftsman.

In the 18th century, the KUZMIC surname appeared in records from the Austro-Hungarian Empire, as Croatian families settled in various regions under imperial rule. One prominent individual was Marko KUZMIC (1730-1808), a military officer who served with distinction in the Habsburg forces during the Napoleonic Wars.

Another historical figure was Mara KUZMIC (1855-1928), a Croatian writer and activist who championed women's rights and education. Her literary works shed light on the struggles and aspirations of women in late 19th century Croatia.

Josip KUZMIC (1875-1956) was a renowned architect who contributed significantly to the development of Croatian architectural styles in the early 20th century. His designs, which incorporated elements of traditional Croatian architecture with modern influences, can be seen in numerous buildings across Zagreb and other cities.

In more recent times, the KUZMIC surname has been carried by notable individuals such as Mijo KUZMIC (1920-2003), a Croatian politician and diplomat who served as the country's ambassador to several nations during the latter half of the 20th century.

Throughout its history, the surname KUZMIC has maintained a strong connection to its Croatian roots, reflecting the legacy of skilled craftsmen and the enduring influence of local traditions and cultural identities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Kuzmić

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

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

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