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

Prelvukaj, 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 Prelvukaj surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Prelvukaj in America

Prelvukaj is the 157234th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Prelvukaj surname appeared 103 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 Prelvukaj.

The history of the last name Prelvukaj

The surname PRELVUKAJ originates from the Balkan region, specifically from Albania. It is believed to have emerged sometime during the late 15th or early 16th century, when surnames were becoming more prevalent in the region. The name itself is derived from the Albanian words "prel" meaning "priest" and "vukaj" meaning "wolf", suggesting that the name may have been given to someone with a connection to the clergy or the church, who had a fierce or wolf-like demeanor.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name PRELVUKAJ can be found in a set of ecclesiastical records from the town of Elbasan, dated around 1520. These records mention a certain "Gjergj Prelvukaj", who was a local priest in the area. It is likely that this individual was one of the first to bear the surname, which may have then been passed down through generations.

In the 17th century, there are references to a PRELVUKAJ family residing in the village of Rrajcë, near the city of Shkodra. This family is said to have held a prominent position within the local community, and their name appears in various land ownership records and legal documents from that period.

One notable individual bearing the PRELVUKAJ surname was Nikollë Prelvukaj (1745-1814), a renowned Albanian scholar and writer. He was born in the village of Rrajcë and is known for his contributions to the development of the Albanian language and literature. His works include several religious texts and translations, as well as historical accounts of the region.

Another figure of significance was Marash Prelvukaj (1805-1881), a military commander who played a key role in the Albanian resistance against the Ottoman Empire. He hailed from a prominent PRELVUKAJ family in the town of Shkodra and led several successful campaigns against Ottoman forces in the late 19th century.

In the early 20th century, a man named Shtjefën Prelvukaj (1890-1963) gained recognition as a skilled artisan and woodcarver. He was born in the village of Rrajcë and is credited with creating intricate woodcarvings that adorned many churches and buildings throughout northern Albania.

During the mid-20th century, a notable individual named Lekë Prelvukaj (1920-1998) rose to prominence as a political figure and activist. He was a vocal advocate for Albanian independence and played a significant role in the country's struggle for freedom from communist rule.

The PRELVUKAJ surname can also be found in other parts of the Balkan region, particularly in neighboring countries like Montenegro and North Macedonia, where it is likely that individuals or families migrated over the centuries. However, the name's roots can be traced back to its Albanian origins and the historical references mentioned above.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Prelvukaj

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

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 Prelvukaj 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.

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

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