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

Vota, 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 Vota surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Vota in America

Vota is the 58337th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Vota surname appeared 348 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 Vota.

We can also compare 2010 data for Vota 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 Vota

The surname VOTA has its origins in the Czech Republic, dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Czech word "vota," meaning "ox" or "cattle." This suggests that the name may have initially referred to someone who worked with oxen or cattle, perhaps a farmer or a herder.

The earliest recorded instance of the name VOTA can be found in the Velislav Bible, a medieval manuscript from the 14th century. The name appears in a list of donors who contributed to the creation of this important religious text.

In the 15th century, a man named Jan VOTA (1420-1492) was a prominent merchant and landowner in the town of Kutná Hora, located in the central region of Bohemia. He was known for his successful trade in precious metals and his involvement in the local political affairs.

During the 16th century, the name VOTA was associated with several notable figures in the Czech lands. One such individual was Jakub VOTA (1548-1619), a renowned scholar and author who wrote extensively on topics ranging from philosophy to astronomy.

Another significant figure was Magdalena VOTA (1576-1642), a respected midwife and healer who practiced in the city of Prague. Her expertise and compassion earned her a reputation that extended beyond the borders of Bohemia.

In the 17th century, a family with the surname VOTA owned a large estate in the village of Votice, located in the central Bohemian region. The name of the village is believed to have been derived from the family's surname, suggesting their importance and influence in the area.

One of the most prominent individuals with the surname VOTA was Karel VOTA (1768-1836), a distinguished military officer who served in the Austrian Empire's army during the Napoleonic Wars. He rose through the ranks and was awarded several honors for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.

As the surname VOTA spread throughout the Czech lands and beyond, it underwent various spelling variations, such as VOTTA, WOTTA, and WOTHA. These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and linguistic adaptations.

While the surname VOTA may not be as common today as it once was, it remains an integral part of Czech history and cultural heritage, with its roots firmly planted in the country's rich past.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Vota

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

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

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