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

Sarosi, 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 Sarosi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Sarosi in America

Sarosi is the 114424th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Sarosi surname appeared 153 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 Sarosi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Sarosi 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 Sarosi

The surname Sarosi has its origins in Hungary, dating back to the Middle Ages. It is believed to have derived from the Hungarian word "sáros," which means "muddy" or "marshy." This suggests that the name was initially given to people who lived in or near marshy areas or muddy settlements.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sarosi can be found in a Hungarian census from the 14th century. In this document, a man named Péter Sarosi was listed as a resident of the village of Sárospatak, which translates to "muddy brook" in English. This place name likely contributed to the formation of the surname.

During the Renaissance period, the Sarosi family gained prominence in Hungary. János Sarosi (1532-1612) was a notable Hungarian Protestant minister and writer who played a significant role in the Reformation movement in the region. His works, including translations of religious texts, were widely circulated and influential in shaping the cultural and religious landscape of the time.

In the 18th century, István Sarosi (1720-1785) was a renowned Hungarian architect and engineer. He designed several important buildings and structures, including the Széchenyi Chain Bridge in Budapest, which was considered a marvel of engineering when it was completed in 1849. Sarosi's innovative designs and contributions to the field of architecture earned him widespread recognition and respect.

Another notable figure with the surname Sarosi was Bálint Sarosi (1832-1902), a Hungarian politician and statesman who served as the Minister of Finance for the Austro-Hungarian Empire from 1888 to 1892. He played a crucial role in shaping the economic policies of the empire during a period of significant industrial and economic growth.

In the 20th century, György Sarosi (1912-1993) was a celebrated Hungarian composer and conductor. His works, which included symphonies, concertos, and chamber music, were widely performed and acclaimed both in Hungary and internationally. Sarosi's compositions were noted for their unique blend of traditional Hungarian folk elements with contemporary musical styles.

While the surname Sarosi has its roots in Hungary, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and intermarriage. However, the historical and linguistic origins of this name can be traced back to the marshy regions of Hungary, where it first emerged as a way to identify and distinguish families and individuals.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Sarosi

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

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

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