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

Pryslak, 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 Pryslak surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Pryslak in America

Pryslak is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Pryslak surname appeared 106 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 Pryslak.

The history of the last name Pryslak

The surname PRYSLAK is of Ukrainian origin, first appearing in historical records in the late 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the region of Galicia, which was part of the Kingdom of Poland at the time. The name is derived from the Ukrainian word "pryslay," meaning "newcomer" or "settler."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the PRYSLAK surname can be found in a census document from the town of Lviv, dated 1598. This document lists a family with the surname, suggesting that the name had already been established in the region by that point.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the PRYSLAK name began to spread throughout other parts of Ukraine, as well as into neighboring regions of Poland and Belarus. It is likely that some families with this surname migrated to these areas in search of new opportunities or due to political upheavals.

A notable figure bearing the PRYSLAK surname was Andrii PRYSLAK (1687-1753), a Ukrainian Cossack leader and military commander who fought against the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth during the Khmelnytsky Uprising. His involvement in this conflict played a significant role in the struggle for Ukrainian independence.

Another individual of historical importance was Hryhoriy PRYSLAK (1812-1892), a Ukrainian scholar and linguist who made significant contributions to the study of the Ukrainian language and its dialects. His works helped to preserve and promote the Ukrainian linguistic heritage during a time of cultural suppression.

In the late 19th century, a prominent PRYSLAK family settled in the city of Odesa, where they established a successful business dealing in agricultural goods. Petro PRYSLAK (1845-1922) was the patriarch of this family and played an influential role in the city's economic development.

As the 20th century dawned, the PRYSLAK surname continued to be prevalent in various regions of Ukraine, as well as in Ukrainian diaspora communities around the world. Oleksandr PRYSLAK (1901-1983), a Ukrainian artist and painter, gained recognition for his vibrant depictions of rural life and Ukrainian folk traditions.

Throughout its history, the PRYSLAK surname has been associated with individuals from various walks of life, including military leaders, scholars, businessmen, and artists. While the exact origins of the name may be obscured by time, it remains a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Ukraine and its people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Pryslak

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

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

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