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

Smrz, 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 Smrz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Smrz in America

Smrz is the 91981st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Smrz surname appeared 200 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 Smrz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Smrz 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 Smrz

The surname SMRZ is believed to have originated in the Czech Republic during the late medieval period. It is likely derived from the Czech word "smrz," which refers to a type of frozen ground or frost. This suggests that the name may have initially been used to describe someone who lived in a region with a cold climate or whose occupation was related to working in harsh winter conditions.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name SMRZ dates back to the 15th century, when it appeared in a collection of historical documents from the town of Kutná Hora, located in the central Bohemian region of the Czech Republic. This area was known for its rich silver mines, and it is possible that the name was associated with miners or other workers who labored in the harsh, frozen conditions of the mines.

In the 16th century, the name SMRZ was also found in records from the city of Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. During this time, Prague was a thriving cultural and economic center, and the SMRZ family may have been involved in various trades or professions within the city.

While the name SMRZ is relatively uncommon outside of the Czech Republic, there are a few notable historical figures who bore this surname. One such individual was Jan SMRZ (1648-1719), a Czech painter and engraver who was active in Prague during the Baroque period. His works can be found in several churches and galleries throughout the Czech Republic.

Another notable SMRZ was Václav SMRZ (1804-1886), a Czech writer and journalist who played a significant role in the Czech National Revival movement of the 19th century. He wrote extensively on topics related to Czech language, literature, and culture, and his works helped to shape the modern Czech identity.

In the 20th century, Jaroslav SMRZ (1920-2003) was a prominent Czech architect who designed several notable buildings in Prague, including the Federal Assembly building and the National Museum of Agriculture.

While the SMRZ surname may not be as widespread as some other Czech surnames, it has a rich history rooted in the medieval and early modern periods of the Czech Republic. The name's connection to the harsh winter conditions and mining traditions of the region provides a unique glimpse into the lives and occupations of its early bearers.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Smrz

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

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

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