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

Posvar, 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 Posvar surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Posvar in America

Posvar is the 145220th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Posvar surname appeared 114 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 Posvar.

We can also compare 2010 data for Posvar 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 Posvar

The surname POSVAR originates from the Slavic regions of Eastern Europe, particularly in the areas that are now modern-day Croatia, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. Its origins can be traced back to the late 15th century, when it was first recorded as a variant spelling of the name Posavec, which means "one from Posavina" or "one from the Sava river region."

The name POSVAR is believed to have evolved from the Old Slavic word "posavski," which refers to the region along the Sava River. This river played a significant role in the lives of the Slavic people who settled in the area, serving as a vital transportation route and a source of livelihood for many communities.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name POSVAR can be found in the ecclesiastical records of the Archdiocese of Zagreb, dating back to the late 16th century. The name appears in various spellings, such as Posavar, Posavac, and Posavec, reflecting the regional variations in pronunciation and orthography.

In the 17th century, the POSVAR surname gained prominence in the region, with several notable individuals bearing this name. One such figure was Ivan Posvar (1620-1688), a renowned scholar and theologian who served as the Bishop of Zagreb from 1670 until his death.

During the 18th century, the POSVAR name spread beyond the Slavic regions as a result of migration and trade. In 1756, a merchant named Marko Posvar (1728-1792) established a successful trading company in the city of Trieste, which was then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

In the 19th century, the POSVAR surname appeared in various historical records, including military rolls and census documents. One notable figure from this period was Petar Posvar (1819-1887), a distinguished military officer who served in the Austro-Hungarian army during the Napoleonic Wars.

As the 20th century dawned, the POSVAR name continued to be associated with individuals of influence and achievement. Milica Posvar (1901-1982), a renowned artist and sculptor, gained international recognition for her works, which are now featured in several museums and galleries across Europe.

Another notable bearer of the POSVAR surname was Nikola Posvar (1925-2008), a celebrated writer and poet whose works explored the themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the complexities of human experience. His literary contributions earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious National Literary Award in 1978.

While the surname POSVAR has its roots in the Slavic regions of Eastern Europe, it has since spread to various parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. Nevertheless, the name remains deeply connected to its historical origins and the cultural legacy of the Sava River region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Posvar

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

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

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