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

Oravec, 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 Oravec surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Oravec in America

Oravec is the 28967th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Oravec surname appeared 820 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 Oravec.

We can also compare 2010 data for Oravec 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 Oravec

The surname Oravec originates from Slovakia and is derived from the Slovak word "oravský," which means "from the region of Orava." Orava is a historical region in northern Slovakia, known for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

The earliest recorded instances of the surname Oravec can be traced back to the 16th century, when it appeared in various local records and documents from the Orava region. It is believed that the name was initially adopted by individuals who hailed from or had some connection to this particular area.

In the 17th and 18th centuries, the Oravec surname was prominently featured in various historical records, such as church registers, land deeds, and court documents from the Orava region. This suggests that the name had become well-established and was associated with families who had lived in the region for generations.

One notable individual bearing the Oravec surname was Ján Oravec (1670-1738), a Slovak writer and educator who made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of the Slovak language and literature. He is particularly renowned for his work "Cithara Sanctorum," a collection of religious hymns and poems written in the Slovak language.

Another prominent figure was Pavol Oravec (1820-1894), a Slovak politician and lawyer who played a crucial role in the Slovak national revival movement of the 19th century. He was a staunch advocate for the rights and recognition of the Slovak nation and worked tirelessly to promote the use of the Slovak language in education and public life.

In the 20th century, the Oravec surname continued to be associated with notable individuals from various fields. One such person was Ján Oravec (1904-1983), a Slovak sculptor and artist who gained recognition for his monumental public works and sculptures depicting scenes from Slovak history and folklore.

Štefan Oravec (1922-2007) was a Slovak writer and poet who made significant contributions to Slovak literature. His works often explored themes of rural life, nature, and the struggles of the Slovak people throughout history.

Ľudovít Oravec (1930-2017) was a prominent Slovak linguist and lexicographer who dedicated his career to the study and preservation of the Slovak language. He played a pivotal role in the development of several influential Slovak dictionaries and linguistic resources.

While the Oravec surname has its roots in the Orava region of Slovakia, over time, it has spread to other parts of the country and even beyond its borders due to migration and cultural exchange. However, its origins remain deeply rooted in the rich history and cultural identity of the Slovak people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Oravec

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

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

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