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

Ouradnik, 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 Ouradnik surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Ouradnik in America

Ouradnik is the 74141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Ouradnik surname appeared 261 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 Ouradnik.

We can also compare 2010 data for Ouradnik 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 Ouradnik

The surname OURADNIK originated in the Czech Republic, with its roots tracing back to the 14th century. It is believed to be derived from the Czech word "ourad," which translates to "office" or "authority." This suggests that the name may have initially been associated with those who held positions of power or administrative roles within their communities.

The earliest recorded instances of the OURADNIK surname can be found in historical documents from the region of Bohemia, which was a significant part of the former Kingdom of Bohemia. The name appeared in various municipal records, tax rolls, and land registry documents from that era, indicating its prevalence among the local population.

One notable individual bearing the OURADNIK name was Jan Ouradnik, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the town of Kutná Hora during the late 15th century. His name is documented in several business transactions and property deeds from that time period.

In the 16th century, the OURADNIK surname gained further recognition when Václav Ouradnik, a respected scholar and theologian, published his influential work on religious reformation in the Czech lands. Born in 1523, Václav Ouradnik's writings played a significant role in shaping the intellectual and spiritual landscape of the region.

During the 17th century, the OURADNIK name was associated with the noble Ouradnik family, who held land and titles in the region of Moravia. One member of this family, Zikmund Ouradnik (1620-1687), served as a military commander and played a crucial role in the defense of the city of Olomouc during the Thirty Years' War.

Another distinguished individual with the OURADNIK surname was Alžběta Ouradník (1745-1818), a renowned author and poet who contributed significantly to the literary revival of the Czech language in the late 18th century. Her works, which celebrated the beauty of the Czech countryside and explored themes of love and patriotism, were widely acclaimed and helped pave the way for the Czech National Revival.

Throughout its history, the OURADNIK surname has maintained a presence in various regions of the Czech Republic, with its bearers contributing to various fields, including academia, arts, and public service. While the name's origins can be traced back to the 14th century, its enduring legacy continues to be woven into the cultural tapestry of the Czech people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Ouradnik

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

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

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