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

Udink, 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 Udink surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Udink in America

Udink is the 132206th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Udink surname appeared 128 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 Udink.

The history of the last name Udink

The surname UDINK has its origins traced back to the Netherlands, where it first emerged in the 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Dutch word "udink," which was a term used to describe a small, secluded area or enclave. This suggests that the name may have been originally associated with families or individuals who lived in such isolated settlements.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name UDINK can be found in the Dutch gemeente (municipal) records from the town of Gorinchem, dating back to the mid-1500s. These records mention a certain Dirck Udink, who was a prominent landowner and farmer in the region.

During the 17th century, the UDINK name gained further recognition when it appeared in several Dutch literary works and historical accounts. Notable among these is the memoir of Jan Udink, a merchant and traveler who documented his journeys across Europe and the Middle East between 1620 and 1645.

As the Dutch colonial empire expanded in the 17th and 18th centuries, the UDINK surname began to spread across various parts of the world. One prominent figure from this period was Willem Udink (1657-1731), a Dutch East India Company official who served as the Governor of Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka) from 1718 to 1725.

In the 19th century, the UDINK name found its way to various other European countries, particularly in areas with strong Dutch influences. One such example is Pieter Udink (1811-1879), a Belgian artist and painter who is renowned for his landscapes and depictions of rural life.

Moving into the 20th century, the UDINK surname continued to gain recognition across various fields. Hans Udink (1906-1988) was a Dutch architect and urban planner who played a significant role in the reconstruction efforts of Rotterdam after World War II. Another notable figure was Eva Udink (1924-2011), a Dutch author and journalist who wrote extensively on social and political issues.

While the UDINK name has its roots in the Netherlands, it has since spread to various parts of the world, with individuals bearing this surname making notable contributions in their respective fields and communities.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Udink

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

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

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