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

Trkulja, 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 Trkulja surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Trkulja in America

Trkulja is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Trkulja surname appeared 115 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 Trkulja.

The history of the last name Trkulja

The surname Trkulja originates from the region of Dalmatia, situated along the Adriatic coast of what is now modern-day Croatia. Linguists trace its roots back to the early medieval period, when Slavic tribes migrated to the Balkan peninsula. The name likely derives from the Slavic word "trklja," which means "a small wooden log" or "a rolling pin."

Trkulja is a traditional Croatian surname found predominantly in the coastal regions of Dalmatia and the islands of the Adriatic Sea. Historical records indicate that the name was particularly prevalent in the areas around Split and the island of Brač, where it first appeared in written documents dating back to the 16th century.

One of the earliest known mentions of the Trkulja surname can be found in the archives of the Republic of Ragusa (present-day Dubrovnik), where a certain Nikola Trkulja was recorded as a resident of the city in 1578. Another notable early bearer of the name was Petar Trkulja, a merchant from the island of Brač, who was documented in commercial records from Venice in the early 17th century.

Throughout the centuries, the Trkulja surname has been associated with various notable individuals. One such figure was Ivan Trkulja (1711-1787), a renowned writer and poet who was born in the village of Selca on the island of Brač. His works, which included religious hymns and epic poems, were widely celebrated in the Dalmatian region during his lifetime.

Another prominent bearer of the Trkulja name was Ante Trkulja (1826-1892), a Catholic priest and educator who played a significant role in the establishment of schools and educational institutions in the city of Split and its surrounding areas. He is remembered for his efforts in promoting literacy and education among the local population.

In more recent history, Ante Trkulja (1921-1995), a renowned Croatian sculptor and artist, gained recognition for his monumental public works and sculptures that adorned various cities and public spaces throughout Croatia. His most famous works include the monument to the Croatian writer and poet Vladimir Nazor in Zagreb and the "Gusle" sculpture in Split.

The Trkulja surname has also been carried by several notable athletes, including Tonči Trkulja (born 1987), a former professional basketball player who represented Croatia in international competitions, and Nikola Trkulja (born 1992), a professional volleyball player who has played for various clubs in Croatia and abroad.

While the Trkulja surname is primarily found in Croatia, it has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly among Croatian diaspora communities in North America, Australia, and other regions with Croatian immigrant populations.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Trkulja

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

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 Trkulja 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.

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

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