2000
#143,847
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Litecky
A surname of Czech origin meaning "little" or "small".
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 128 Americans carry the last name Litecky. That puts it at #147,954 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,677,768 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Litecky surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
128
1 in 2,677,768
Census rank
#147,954
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
112
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 112 bearers of the surname Litecky in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 147954th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Litecky, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More Races (2.7%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Litecky
The surname Litecky originates from the Czech Republic, with roots dating back to the 13th century. It is believed to have derived from the Czech word "litky," which referred to a type of metal or alloy used in the production of tools and weapons. The name may have initially been associated with metalworkers or blacksmiths who specialized in this particular material.
One of the earliest documented references to the name Litecky can be found in a 14th-century manuscript from the town of Třeboň, where a certain Jakub Litecky is mentioned as a skilled metalsmith. This record provides insight into the occupation and geographic location associated with the surname during that time period.
In the 16th century, the Litecky name appeared in the village of Litice, located in the present-day Plzeň Region of the Czech Republic. It is possible that the surname may have originated from this place name or that the village itself was named after an early Litecky settler.
Notable individuals bearing the Litecky surname include Jan Litecky (1534-1607), a renowned Czech architect and stonemason who contributed to the construction of several churches and castles in Bohemia. Another prominent figure was Vavřinec Litecky (1678-1742), a respected physician and author of medical treatises in his time.
During the 18th century, the Litecky surname gained prominence in the city of Brno, where a family of metalworkers and artisans established themselves. One member, Josef Litecky (1765-1832), was recognized for his exceptional craftsmanship in creating ornate metal gates and fences for many of the city's historic buildings.
In more recent history, Alois Litecky (1901-1978) was a renowned Czech painter and sculptor, known for his avant-garde works that combined elements of cubism and expressionism. His art pieces are showcased in several galleries across Europe.
While the Litecky surname has its roots in the Czech Republic, over the centuries, it has spread to other parts of the world due to migration and cultural exchange. However, the name's origins can be traced back to the metalworking trade and the Czech language, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Litecky
Among Census respondents with the surname Litecky, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More Races (2.7%).
The bar chart below shows how Litecky bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Litecky surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White90.2% · 101
- Hispanic or Latino4.5% · 5
- Two or more races2.7% · 3
- Black or African American1.8% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Litecky
Litecky appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#140,157
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 119
+13 bearers (+12.3%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Up 3,690 places
2020
#147,954
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 112
-7 bearers (-5.9%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 7,797 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #143,847 | 106 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #140,157 | 119 | 0.04 | +13 bearers (+12.3%) | Up 3,690 places |
| 2020 | #147,954 | 112 | 0.04 | -7 bearers (-5.9%) | Down 7,797 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Litecky surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #140,157 | #147,954 | -5.6% |
| Count | 119 | 112 | -5.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -6.3% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Litecky bearers went from 119 to 112 (-5.9% change). The surname moved down 7,797 positions in the national ranking, going from #140,157 to #147,954.
FAQ
Litecky surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Litecky?
Name Census estimates that about 128 living Americans carry the surname Litecky. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,677,768 residents.
How common is Litecky?
Litecky ranks #147,954 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 112 people with the surname Litecky. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (128), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Litecky.
Has Litecky become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Litecky went from 119 recorded bearers to 112. That is a decrease of 7 (-5.9%). In the national ranking it fell from #140,157 to #147,954.
What does the Census say about the background of Litecky?
Among Census respondents with the surname Litecky, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.2%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and Two or More Races (2.7%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Litecky in the 2020 Census, accounting for 90.2% (101 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Litecky appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (90.2%), Hispanic (4.5%), Two or More Races (2.7%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Litecky (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Litecky mean?
A surname of Czech origin meaning "little" or "small". The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Litecky (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How common is the surname Litecky?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the surname Litecky on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.