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

Solek, 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 Solek surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Solek in America

Solek is the 89403rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Solek surname appeared 207 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 Solek.

We can also compare 2010 data for Solek 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 Solek

The surname Solek has its origins in Poland, originating in the late 15th century. It is derived from the Polish word "solek," which means "small salt" or "salt pit." This suggests that the name was likely associated with those involved in the salt trade or mining industry in Poland during that time.

The earliest known record of the Solek surname can be found in a Polish census from the late 1500s, where it appears as "Soleck." This variation in spelling was common in those days, as standardized spelling conventions were not yet established. Over time, the name evolved to its current form, Solek.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the Solek surname was Jan Solek (1556-1622), a Polish merchant who made his fortune trading in salt and spices. He was a prominent figure in the city of Krakow and was known for his philanthropic efforts, having donated generously to the construction of several churches and other public works.

Another historical figure with the Solek name was Katarzyna Solek (1670-1743), a Polish noblewoman and landowner. She was a prominent figure in the Krakow region and was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of local artisans and craftsmen.

In the 19th century, Józef Solek (1824-1898) was a Polish painter and art teacher. He was known for his landscapes and portraits, and many of his works can still be found in museums and private collections throughout Poland.

Stanisław Solek (1879-1954) was a Polish engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the field of aviation. He is credited with developing several innovative aircraft designs and is considered a pioneer in the early days of Polish aviation.

Lastly, Karolina Solek (1902-1988) was a Polish writer and poet. She was a prominent figure in the literary circles of Warsaw and was celebrated for her lyrical poetry and her contributions to the preservation of Polish cultural heritage.

While the Solek surname may not be as well-known as some others, it has a rich history rooted in the salt trade and mining industry of Poland, with notable individuals who have made their mark in various fields over the centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Solek

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

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

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