Milicevic
A Serbian surname derived from the Slavic personal name Milica.
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 343 Americans carry the last name Milicevic. That puts it at #68,122 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.10 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 999,284 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Milicevic surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, 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
343
1 in 999,284
Census rank
#68,122
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
289
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 289 bearers of the surname Milicevic in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.10 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 68122nd position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Milicevic, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.6%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Milicevic
The surname MILICEVIC is of Serbian origin and can be traced back to the medieval period in the Balkans. It is derived from the Slavic personal name "Milic," which means "gracious" or "merciful." This name was popular among the Serbian nobility and landowners during the Middle Ages.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname MILICEVIC can be found in a 14th-century document from the Serbian Despotate, a medieval state located in present-day Serbia and parts of neighboring countries. The document mentions a certain "Miloš Milićević," who was a local nobleman and landowner in the region.
The MILICEVIC surname is also linked to several place names in Serbia and the surrounding areas. For instance, there is a village called "Milićevci" in central Serbia, which likely took its name from an early settler or landowner with the surname MILICEVIC.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals bearing the MILICEVIC surname. One prominent figure was Vuk Milićević (1768-1846), a Serbian diplomat and writer who played a significant role in the Serbian national revival movement during the 19th century.
Another notable MILICEVIC was Mihailo Milićević (1842-1921), a Serbian historian and writer who authored several books on the history and culture of Serbia and the Balkans. His works are considered important sources for understanding the region's past.
In the field of science, Pavle Milićević (1886-1958) was a Serbian mathematician and physicist who made significant contributions to the study of differential equations and mathematical analysis.
The MILICEVIC surname also has connections to the military. During the 20th century, Živorad Milićević (1901-1942) was a Serbian officer and resistance fighter who played a crucial role in the struggle against the Axis occupation of Yugoslavia during World War II.
Lastly, in the realm of sports, Radivoje Milićević (born 1964) is a former Serbian football player and manager who had a successful career playing for various clubs in Yugoslavia and Serbia.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Milicevic
Among Census respondents with the surname Milicevic, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.6%.
The bar chart below shows how Milicevic bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 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.
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 Milicevic surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White98.6%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Milicevic surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,122 | #68,122 | 0.0% |
| Count | 289 | 289 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Milicevic bearers went from 289 to 289 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #68,122 to #68,122.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Milicevic
FAQ
Milicevic surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Milicevic?
The surname Milicevic holds position #68,122 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 343 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.10 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Milicevic surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Milicevic, the largest self-reported group is White at 98.6%. These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.