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

Nagode, 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 Nagode surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nagode in America

Nagode is the 93125th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nagode surname appeared 197 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 Nagode.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nagode 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 Nagode

The surname NAGODE is of East European origin, tracing its roots back to the medieval period in the region now encompassing modern-day Poland and Ukraine. It is believed to have derived from an archaic Slavic term "nagoda," which roughly translates to "agreement" or "concord."

In the 13th century, a variant spelling "Naghode" appeared in a Kievan manuscript, suggesting the name's early presence in the principalities of Kievan Rus'. This historical document detailed land disputes and agreements between various noble families, possibly indicating the name's association with mediators or negotiators of that era.

The earliest recorded individual bearing the name was Stanislaw Nagode, a minor noble from the village of Brzesko, located near present-day Krakow, Poland. Born in 1412, he served as a local magistrate and is mentioned in several municipal records from the mid-15th century.

During the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Andrzej Nagode (1523-1589) gained prominence as a renowned scholar and humanist. He authored several influential works on philosophy and theology, contributing to the intellectual discourse of the time.

In the 17th century, the name appears to have spread westward, with instances of the Nagode surname found in German-speaking regions. One such individual was Johann Nagode (1648-1721), a master craftsman and woodcarver from the city of Nuremberg, whose intricate works adorned several churches and noble residences.

The 18th century saw the rise of a distinguished military lineage within the Nagode family. Major General Mikhail Nagode (1742-1817) served with distinction in the Imperial Russian Army, participating in numerous campaigns against the Ottoman Empire and Napoleon's forces.

As the name continued to disperse across Europe, a notable figure emerged in the field of music. Kateryna Nagode (1801-1878), a celebrated opera singer from Odesa, Ukraine, captivated audiences with her powerful soprano voice, performing in leading roles at prestigious opera houses throughout Europe.

While the surname NAGODE may have evolved and adapted over centuries, its origins remain deeply rooted in the cultural and linguistic tapestry of Eastern Europe, weaving a rich tapestry of historical significance and diverse contributions to various spheres of human endeavor.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nagode

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

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

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