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

Plansky, 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 Plansky surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Plansky in America

Plansky is the 97210th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Plansky surname appeared 187 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 Plansky.

We can also compare 2010 data for Plansky 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 Plansky

The surname Plansky originated in the Czech Republic, with roots dating back to the 12th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old Czech word "plani," meaning "open field" or "clearing," suggesting that the earliest bearers of this name lived or worked in such an area.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Plansky surname can be found in a historical document from the city of Prague, dated 1326. This document mentions a certain "Petr Plansky," a merchant operating within the city's walls.

In the 15th century, the Plansky name appeared in several church records from the town of Kutná Hora, a mining center known for its silver mines. It is likely that some members of the Plansky family were involved in this lucrative industry during that time.

As the name spread throughout Bohemia and Moravia, variations in spelling emerged, such as Plansky, Planskij, and Planski. These variations reflect regional dialects and the influence of other languages like German.

Notable individuals with the surname Plansky include:

1. Jan Plansky (1510-1587), a prominent Czech mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry.

2. Alžběta Planská (1638-1702), a Czech noblewoman and landowner who played a crucial role in the defense of her estates during the Thirty Years' War.

3. Josef Plansky (1804-1872), a Czech architect renowned for his work on several churches and public buildings in Prague and its surrounding areas.

4. Antonín Plansky (1875-1941), a Czech painter and illustrator known for his vivid depictions of rural life and landscapes in Bohemia.

5. Věra Planská (1920-2003), a prominent Czech actress who appeared in numerous films and stage productions throughout her career, spanning over six decades.

While the Plansky name may have originated from humble beginnings, its bearers have left an indelible mark on various fields, from science and architecture to the arts, contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the Czech Republic and beyond.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Plansky

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

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

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