2000
#135,837
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 114
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.04
Very Rare Last name
Vahalik
A surname of Hungarian origin meaning "little lumberjack."
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 119 Americans carry the last name Vahalik. That puts it at #153,590 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,880,289 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Vahalik surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
119
1 in 2,880,289
Census rank
#153,590
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
104
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 104 bearers of the surname Vahalik in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 153590th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Vahalik, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (7.7%) and Black (1.9%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Vahalik
The surname VAHALIK originates from the Czech Republic, with roots dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Old Czech word "vahala," which means "hesitant" or "indecisive." This suggests that the name may have been initially given as a nickname to someone perceived as having an indecisive or hesitant demeanor.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name VAHALIK can be found in a 15th-century manuscript documenting land ownership in the region of Bohemia. The name appears as "Vahalyk," possibly indicating a variation in spelling or pronunciation at the time. Additionally, there are references to a village called "Vahalice" in the same region, which may have contributed to the evolution of the surname.
During the 16th century, the name VAHALIK gained prominence in the city of Prague, where a notable merchant named Jan VAHALIK (1520-1587) established a successful trading enterprise. His son, Marek VAHALIK (1555-1623), followed in his footsteps and became a respected member of the city's guild of merchants.
In the late 17th century, a renowned scholar and philosopher, Jiri VAHALIK (1645-1717), made significant contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy. His writings and teachings influenced many intellectuals of the time and helped shape the intellectual discourse in Bohemia.
Another notable figure bearing the surname VAHALIK was Katerina VAHALIK (1725-1803), a prominent artist known for her intricate woodcarvings and sculptures. Her works were highly regarded and can still be found in several churches and museums across the Czech Republic.
During the 19th century, a family of VAHALIK farmers in the region of Moravia gained recognition for their innovative agricultural practices and sustainable farming methods. Josef VAHALIK (1810-1879) and his son, Tomas VAHALIK (1845-1921), played a significant role in promoting sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation in their community.
Throughout history, the surname VAHALIK has maintained its roots in the Czech Republic, with various spellings and variations emerging over time. While its origins can be traced back to the 14th century, the name has endured and continues to be carried by individuals of Czech descent across the globe.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Vahalik
Among Census respondents with the surname Vahalik, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (7.7%) and Black (1.9%).
The bar chart below shows how Vahalik bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Vahalik surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White87.5% · 91
- Hispanic or Latino7.7% · 8
- Black or African American1.9% · 2
- Two or more races1.9% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander1.0% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Vahalik
Vahalik appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#153,769
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 106
-8 bearers (-7.0%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 17,932 places
2020
#153,590
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 104
-2 bearers (-1.9%)
Per 100,000 0.03
Rank movement Up 179 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #135,837 | 114 | 0.04 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #153,769 | 106 | 0.04 | -8 bearers (-7.0%) | Down 17,932 places |
| 2020 | #153,590 | 104 | 0.03 | -2 bearers (-1.9%) | Up 179 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Vahalik surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #153,769 | #153,590 | 0.1% |
| Count | 106 | 104 | -1.9% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.03 | -13.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Vahalik bearers went from 106 to 104 (-1.9% change). The surname moved up 179 positions in the national ranking, going from #153,769 to #153,590.
FAQ
Vahalik surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Vahalik?
Name Census estimates that about 119 living Americans carry the surname Vahalik. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,880,289 residents.
How common is Vahalik?
Vahalik ranks #153,590 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.03 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 104 people with the surname Vahalik. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (119), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.03 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.03 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Vahalik.
Has Vahalik become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Vahalik went from 106 recorded bearers to 104. That is a decrease of 2 (-1.9%). In the national ranking it rose from #153,769 to #153,590.
What does the Census say about the background of Vahalik?
Among Census respondents with the surname Vahalik, the largest self-reported group is White at 87.5%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (7.7%) and Black (1.9%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Vahalik in the 2020 Census, accounting for 87.5% (91 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Vahalik appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (87.5%), Hispanic (7.7%), Black (1.9%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Vahalik (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Vahalik mean?
A surname of Hungarian origin meaning "little lumberjack." The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Vahalik (0.03 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many Americans have the surname Vahalik?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.