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

Ogorek, 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 Ogorek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ogorek in America

Ogorek is the 61436th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ogorek surname appeared 327 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 Ogorek.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ogorek 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 Ogorek

The surname OGOREK is of Polish origin and is derived from the Polish word "ogorek," which means "cucumber" in English. The name likely originated in the late medieval period, potentially as a descriptive nickname for someone who grew or sold cucumbers.

The earliest recorded instances of the OGOREK surname can be traced back to the 16th century in various regions of Poland. One notable reference is found in the parish records of the village of Stary Sącz, where a certain Jan OGOREK was mentioned in 1587.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the OGOREK name appeared in various Polish historical records, including land registers, tax records, and military rolls. It was particularly prevalent in the regions of Małopolska, Silesia, and Mazovia.

One of the earliest known bearers of the OGOREK surname was Stanisław OGOREK, a renowned botanist and herbalist who lived in the city of Kraków in the late 16th century. He authored several treatises on medicinal plants and was known for his extensive knowledge of natural remedies.

In the 19th century, the OGOREK name gained prominence with the birth of Józef OGOREK (1818-1891), a prominent Polish educator and advocate for the rights of the Polish people under the partitions of Poland. He established several schools and advocated for the preservation of Polish culture and language.

Another notable figure was Franciszek OGOREK (1876-1942), a Polish Catholic priest and writer who actively supported the Polish independence movement during the early 20th century. He wrote several books on religious and patriotic themes, inspiring many Poles in their struggle for freedom.

During World War II, the OGOREK family played a significant role in the Polish resistance against the Nazi occupation. Jadwiga OGOREK (1912-1944) was a member of the Armia Krajowa (Polish Home Army) and was executed by the Gestapo for her involvement in the resistance movement.

In the field of sports, the name OGOREK is associated with Kazimierz OGOREK (1928-2005), a professional footballer who played as a striker for several Polish clubs, including Cracovia and Wisła Kraków, in the 1950s and 1960s. He was also a member of the Polish national team.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the OGOREK surname throughout history, showcasing its rich heritage and influence in various aspects of Polish culture and society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ogorek

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

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

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