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

Profant, 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 Profant surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Profant in America

Profant is the 118853rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Profant surname appeared 146 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 Profant.

We can also compare 2010 data for Profant 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 Profant

The surname PROFANT is believed to have originated in the Czech Republic, with its roots tracing back to the early 15th century. It is thought to have derived from the Old Czech word "profant," which roughly translates to "reckless" or "rash." This suggests that the name may have initially been used as a descriptive nickname for someone perceived as impulsive or daring in their actions.

Early records indicate that the PROFANT surname first appeared in various regions of Bohemia, particularly in the areas around Prague and Plzeň. It is mentioned in several medieval manuscripts and documents from that period, although the exact references are not widely known.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the PROFANT name was Jan PROFANT, a skilled blacksmith who lived in the town of Kutná Hora in the late 15th century. His name appears in local tax records and guild registries from the time.

In the 16th century, a notable figure with the PROFANT surname was Jakub PROFANT, a prominent merchant and landowner from the town of Louny. He was recognized for his successful trading ventures and his contributions to the local community.

During the Thirty Years' War (1618-1648), a military officer named Václav PROFANT gained recognition for his bravery and tactical skills. He served in the armies of the Holy Roman Empire and is mentioned in several accounts of the conflict.

Another individual of note was Alžběta PROFANT, a renowned herbalist and healer who lived in the village of Křivoklát in the late 17th century. Her knowledge of traditional remedies and her compassionate nature earned her a respected reputation among the local populace.

In the 19th century, a renowned painter named Karel PROFANT gained acclaim for his landscapes and portraiture. Born in 1842 in the town of Chrudim, his works are still celebrated and displayed in various art galleries throughout the Czech Republic.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the PROFANT surname throughout history, each contributing to the rich tapestry of the name's legacy in their respective fields and communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Profant

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

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

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