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

Nikac, 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 Nikac surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Nikac in America

Nikac is the 106570th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Nikac surname appeared 167 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 Nikac.

We can also compare 2010 data for Nikac 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 Nikac

The surname NIKAC is of Croatian origin, with its roots traced back to the medieval period in the region of Dalmatia, located along the Adriatic coast. This name is believed to have derived from the Slavic word "nik," which means "victory" or "triumph," suggesting a connection to military achievements or conquests.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname NIKAC can be found in a 14th-century manuscript from the city of Dubrovnik, where a nobleman named Petar Nikac is mentioned as a prominent figure in the local administration. This document provides valuable insight into the historical presence of this surname in the region.

During the 16th century, the NIKAC family played a significant role in the development of the town of Imotski, located in the hinterland of Dalmatia. Records indicate that a branch of the family settled in this area and contributed to its economic and cultural growth, with several NIKAC members holding influential positions within the local community.

In the 18th century, a renowned Croatian scholar and linguist, Antun Nikac (1715-1788), gained recognition for his contributions to the study of the Croatian language and its dialectal variations. His works shed light on the linguistic diversity of the region and helped preserve the rich cultural heritage of the Dalmatian coast.

Another notable figure with the NIKAC surname was Marko Nikac (1825-1901), a prominent Croatian poet and writer who was actively involved in the Illyrian movement, a cultural and political campaign aimed at uniting the South Slavic peoples. His literary works, which celebrated Croatian identity and traditions, were widely acclaimed during his lifetime.

In more recent history, Ivan Nikac (1890-1967) left a lasting legacy as a distinguished architect and urban planner. His designs and contributions to the development of Croatian cities, particularly Split and Zagreb, earned him recognition as one of the most influential architects of the 20th century in the region.

While the NIKAC surname has its roots in Croatia, it has also spread to neighboring countries and regions, reflecting the complex history and migrations of people across the Balkan peninsula. The name continues to hold significance as a testament to the rich cultural heritage and achievements of those who have carried it through the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Nikac

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

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

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