Mraz
A Czech and Slovak occupational surname derived from the word "mráz," meaning "frost" or "freezing weather."
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 2,502 Americans carry the last name Mraz. That puts it at #14,014 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.73 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 136,992 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Mraz 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
2.5K
1 in 136,992
Census rank
#14,014
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.7
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
2.1K
rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 2,149 bearers of the surname Mraz in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.73 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 14014th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Mraz, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.8%) and Two or More Races (1.3%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Mraz
The surname MRAZ has its origins in the Czech Republic, dating back to the 13th century. It is derived from the Slavic word "mraz," which means "frost" or "cold." This suggests that the name may have initially been given as a descriptive nickname for someone living in a cold or frosty region.
MRAZ is believed to have first appeared in the historical records of Bohemia, a region in the modern-day Czech Republic. One of the earliest documented instances of the name can be found in a land registry from the village of Chodov, dated 1287. The entry refers to a peasant farmer named Mraz, who owned a small plot of land in the village.
During the Middle Ages, the MRAZ surname was primarily associated with rural communities and agricultural families. However, as time passed, the name spread to other parts of the Czech lands, including Moravia and Silesia.
In the 16th century, a notable figure bearing the MRAZ surname was Jan Mraz, a Protestant reformer who played a significant role in the Bohemian Reformation movement. He was born in 1522 in the town of Litomerice and worked closely with the renowned theologian Jan Hus.
Another historical figure of note was Vaclav Mraz, a Czech composer and musician who lived in the late 18th century. Born in 1759 in Prague, he composed several operas and orchestral works that were performed in the city's theaters and concert halls.
During the 19th century, the MRAZ surname gained prominence in the field of literature. Jaroslav Mraz, born in 1832 in Brno, was a celebrated poet and writer who contributed to the Czech literary renaissance. His works often explored themes of national identity and the struggle for cultural preservation.
In the early 20th century, Frantisek Mraz, a renowned Czech artist, made significant contributions to the development of modern art. Born in 1891 in Prague, his paintings and sculptures were heavily influenced by Cubism and Expressionism, and his works are featured in numerous art galleries and museums across Europe.
While the MRAZ surname has its roots in the Czech Republic, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through migration and immigration patterns. However, its rich historical ties to the Bohemian region and its associations with notable figures in various fields remain an integral part of its cultural significance.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Mraz
Among Census respondents with the surname Mraz, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.8%) and Two or More Races (1.3%).
The bar chart below shows how Mraz 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 Mraz surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White94.6%
- Hispanic or Latino2.8%
- Two or more races1.3%
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.7%
- Unknown or suppressed0.7%
Year on year
2000 vs 2010 Census
How has the Mraz 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 | 2000 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #12,811 | #14,014 | -9.4% |
| Count | 2,205 | 2,149 | -2.5% |
| Per 100K | 0.82 | 0.73 | -11.0% |
Between the 2000 and 2010 Census, the number of Mraz bearers went from 2,205 to 2,149 (-2.5% change). The surname moved down 1,203 positions in the national ranking, going from #12,811 to #14,014.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Mraz
FAQ
Mraz surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Mraz?
The surname Mraz holds position #14,014 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 2,502 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.73 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Mraz surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Mraz, the largest self-reported group is White at 94.6%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (2.8%) and Two or More Races (1.3%). 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.