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

Niedzialek, 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 Niedzialek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Niedzialek in America

Niedzialek is the 123796th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Niedzialek surname appeared 139 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 Niedzialek.

We can also compare 2010 data for Niedzialek 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 Niedzialek

The surname Niedzialek originates from Poland, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 15th century. It is derived from the Polish word "niedziela," meaning "Sunday," and the suffix "-ek," which is a diminutive form. The name likely referred to someone who was born on a Sunday or worked on Sundays.

In the early years, the name was primarily found in the regions of Wielkopolska and Małopolska, located in central and southern Poland, respectively. Historical records show variations in the spelling, such as Niedzielak, Niedzielski, and Niedzielko, which were common in different regions.

One of the earliest known references to the name Niedzialek can be found in the Metryka Koronna, a collection of records from the Polish Crown Chancery, dating back to the 16th century. The name appears in various entries, suggesting its widespread use during that time period.

Notable individuals with the surname Niedzialek include Franciszek Niedzialek (1775-1850), a Polish painter and engraver known for his religious works and portraits. Another prominent figure was Józef Niedzialek (1859-1924), a Polish priest and theologian who made significant contributions to the study of canon law.

In the 19th century, Jan Niedzialek (1831-1901) was a Polish painter and illustrator, renowned for his landscapes and depictions of rural life. His works are highly regarded and can be found in various museums across Poland.

During the early 20th century, Wojciech Niedzialek (1899-1979) gained recognition as a Polish sculptor and medalist. His works were exhibited both nationally and internationally, and he received numerous awards for his artistic achievements.

Another notable figure was Józef Niedzialek (1901-1989), a Polish writer and journalist who published several novels and short stories. His literary works often explored themes related to rural life and the struggles of the working class.

These are just a few examples of individuals with the surname Niedzialek who have left their mark on various fields throughout history, reflecting the rich cultural heritage associated with this Polish name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Niedzialek

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

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

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