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

Rodakowski, 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 Rodakowski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Rodakowski in America

Rodakowski is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Rodakowski surname appeared 100 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 Rodakowski.

The history of the last name Rodakowski

The surname RODAKOWSKI is of Polish origin, originating from the region of Gdansk (formerly known as Danzig) in northern Poland. It is believed to have emerged during the late Middle Ages, around the 14th or 15th century. The name is likely derived from the Polish word "rod," meaning "family" or "kin," combined with the suffix "-kowski," which is a common patronymic ending in Polish surnames.

One of the earliest known references to the RODAKOWSKI name can be found in the records of the Teutonic Knights, a German Catholic military order that held significant influence in the region during the medieval period. The name appears in a document dated 1423, which mentions a certain "Jan Rodakowski" as a landowner in the village of Koscierzyna.

In the 16th century, the RODAKOWSKI name was also documented in the register of the Catholic Church in Gdansk. A notable individual from this period was Krzysztof Rodakowski (c. 1530-1598), a merchant and shipowner who played a significant role in the city's thriving trade with other parts of Europe.

During the 17th century, the RODAKOWSKI family gained prominence in the nearby town of Malbork (formerly known as Marienburg). Records from this time indicate that the family owned several estates and mills in the area. One of the most prominent figures was Jakub Rodakowski (1621-1689), a local magistrate and landowner.

In the 19th century, the RODAKOWSKI name appeared in various historical records from the region, including birth, marriage, and death registers. Some notable individuals from this period include Stanislaw Rodakowski (1805-1878), a respected teacher and scholar who wrote several books on Polish language and literature, and Maria Rodakowski (1832-1901), a philanthropist and advocate for women's education.

Throughout its history, the RODAKOWSKI surname has also been associated with several variations in spelling, such as Rodakovsky, Rodakowsky, and Rodakovski. These variations often reflect regional differences or changes in pronunciation over time.

RODAKOWSKI is a surname with deep roots in the history and culture of northern Poland, particularly in the areas around Gdansk and the former Teutonic territories. While not as widely known as some other Polish surnames, it has a rich legacy spanning several centuries and has been borne by individuals who played significant roles in various aspects of Polish society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Rodakowski

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

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

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