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

Uzel, 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 Uzel surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Uzel in America

Uzel is the 137327th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Uzel surname appeared 122 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 Uzel.

We can also compare 2010 data for Uzel 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 Uzel

The surname UZEL originated in the Czech Republic, tracing its roots back to the early 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Czech word "uzel," meaning "knot" or "bundle," possibly referring to an occupation or a physical characteristic of the family's earliest bearers.

The name UZEL first appeared in historical records from the town of Uherské Hradiště, located in the Moravian region of the Czech Republic. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name was found in a municipal document from 1427, where a certain Jan Uzel was mentioned as a resident of the town.

During the 16th century, the UZEL surname gained prominence in the nearby village of Velká nad Veličkou, where several members of the family were listed as landowners and respected citizens. Notable individuals from this period include Matěj Uzel (1535-1612), a prominent farmer known for his innovative agricultural practices.

As the UZEL family spread throughout the region, the name appeared in various historical documents, including church registers and land records. In the 17th century, a branch of the family settled in the town of Zlín, where they played a significant role in the local community. One of the most notable figures from this era was Tomáš Uzel (1648-1721), a respected magistrate and landowner.

The 18th century saw the UZEL name continue to gain recognition, particularly in the field of education. Jan Uzel (1712-1785), a renowned teacher and scholar, authored several influential works on pedagogy and contributed significantly to the development of educational systems in the Czech lands.

In the 19th century, the UZEL family produced several notable figures, including Karel Uzel (1824-1899), a prominent botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of Czech flora. Another notable individual was Marie Uzel (1856-1932), a pioneering feminist and activist who fought for women's rights and social reforms.

Throughout its history, the UZEL surname has been associated with various professions, including agriculture, education, law, and science. While the name has maintained its presence in the Czech Republic, it has also been carried by individuals who have emigrated to other parts of the world, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural diversity.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Uzel

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

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

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