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

Szura, 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 Szura surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Szura in America

Szura is the 81772nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Szura surname appeared 231 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 Szura.

We can also compare 2010 data for Szura 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 Szura

The surname SZURA is of Polish origin, with its roots traced back to the 15th century. It is believed to have originated in the region of Silesia, which was historically part of Poland but is now divided between Poland and Germany.

The name SZURA is thought to be derived from the Polish word "szur," which means "a loud or harsh sound." This suggests that the name may have been initially given to someone who spoke in a loud or harsh manner, or perhaps someone who worked in a noisy profession such as a blacksmith or a miller.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the surname SZURA can be found in the historical records of the city of Wroclaw (formerly known as Breslau), which was a major center of trade and commerce in Silesia during the medieval period.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Jan Szura (1520-1581) was a renowned scholar and theologian who taught at the University of Krakow. His works on theology and philosophy were widely respected and studied throughout Europe.

Another notable bearer of the SZURA name was Marcin Szura (1629-1699), a Polish nobleman and military commander who fought in the Polish-Swedish War of the mid-17th century. He was celebrated for his bravery and tactical skills on the battlefield.

In the 18th century, a Polish artist named Katarzyna Szura (1738-1812) gained recognition for her exquisite portraits and landscapes. Her works were commissioned by various members of the Polish nobility and can still be found in several museums and galleries across Poland.

During the 19th century, the SZURA name gained prominence in the field of literature. Józef Szura (1821-1896) was a renowned Polish poet and writer whose works often explored themes of patriotism and national identity.

Another notable figure with the SZURA surname was Wladyslaw Szura (1875-1942), a Polish engineer and inventor who made significant contributions to the development of early aviation technology. His innovations in aircraft design and aerodynamics were influential in the early stages of the aviation industry.

Throughout its history, the surname SZURA has been associated with a diverse range of professions and achievements, from scholars and artists to military leaders and inventors. While its origins can be traced back to Poland, the name has since spread to various parts of the world, carrying with it a rich historical legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Szura

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

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

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