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

Sabatka, 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 Sabatka surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sabatka in America

Sabatka is the 65964th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sabatka surname appeared 300 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 Sabatka.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sabatka 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 Sabatka

The surname SABATKA has its origins in the Czech Republic, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to have originated from the region of Bohemia, which was then part of the Holy Roman Empire. The name is derived from the Czech word "sabat," which means "Saturday," suggesting a possible connection to a person or family associated with activities or events occurring on that day.

Historical records indicate that the earliest known reference to the name SABATKA can be found in a document dated 1562, where it appears as "Ssabatka." This spelling variation reflects the influence of the Czech language and its distinct orthography at the time. The name was also documented in the parish records of the village of Stříbrná Skalice in the late 1500s.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the SABATKA surname was Jan SABATKA, born in 1621 in the town of Vysoké Mýto, located in the present-day Pardubice Region of the Czech Republic. He was a respected farmer and landowner, known for his contributions to the local agricultural community.

In the 18th century, the name SABATKA gained prominence with the birth of Antonín SABATKA (1733-1804), a renowned Czech composer and organist. His works, including numerous church compositions and organ pieces, were highly regarded during his lifetime and contributed significantly to the musical heritage of Bohemia.

Another notable figure with the SABATKA surname was Josef SABATKA (1807-1877), a Czech writer and poet. His literary works, which often drew inspiration from the rural landscapes and folklore of his homeland, were celebrated for their vivid imagery and emotional depth.

The SABATKA name also has connections to the town of Náchod, located in the northeastern region of the Czech Republic. In the late 19th century, a prominent family bearing this surname established a successful textile manufacturing business, contributing to the town's economic development.

During the 20th century, the SABATKA surname continued to be associated with various fields, including academia and politics. One notable figure was Jaroslav SABATKA (1920-2005), a respected Czech historian and educator who specialized in the study of medieval history and the Hussite movement.

While the SABATKA surname originated in the Czech Republic, it has since spread to other parts of the world, particularly through migration and diaspora communities. However, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich cultural heritage and history of the Czech lands.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sabatka

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

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

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