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

Uch, 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 Uch surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uch in America

Uch is the 82317th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uch surname appeared 229 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 Uch.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uch 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 Uch

The surname "UCH" is believed to have originated in the region of Silesia, which is now located in southwestern Poland and parts of the Czech Republic. This name dates back to the early 15th century and is thought to have derived from the Old Polish word "uch," which means "ear" or "handle."

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name "UCH" can be found in the tax records of the town of Wrocław (formerly known as Breslau) in 1412. These records mention a certain "Johannes Uch," who was likely a resident of the town at that time.

Over the centuries, the name "UCH" has been associated with several notable individuals. One such person was Johann Uch, a prominent merchant and landowner who lived in the city of Opole (formerly known as Oppeln) in the late 16th century. He was known for his successful trading ventures and his philanthropic efforts in supporting local churches and schools.

Another historical figure bearing the name "UCH" was Christoph Uch, a renowned clockmaker and instrument maker who lived in the city of Kraków (formerly known as Krakau) during the 17th century. His intricate timepieces and scientific instruments were highly sought after by the nobility and scholars of the time.

In the 18th century, there was a notable military officer named Hans Uch, who served in the Prussian army during the Seven Years' War (1756-1763). He was decorated for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield and rose to the rank of Major before retiring from military service.

Moving into the 19th century, one can find references to a prominent artist named Anton Uch, who was born in the town of Nysa (formerly known as Neisse) in 1822. He gained recognition for his skilled portraiture and landscapes, and his works were exhibited in various galleries throughout Europe.

While the surname "UCH" may not be as common as some other Polish surnames, it has a rich history and has been borne by individuals from various walks of life throughout the centuries. From merchants and artisans to military officers and artists, the name "UCH" has left its mark on the cultural and historical tapestry of the region.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uch

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

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

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