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

Yanchak, 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 Yanchak surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Yanchak in America

Yanchak is the 141140th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Yanchak surname appeared 118 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 Yanchak.

We can also compare 2010 data for Yanchak 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 Yanchak

The surname Yanchak is of Eastern European origin, specifically tracing back to Ukraine. The time period of its origin is believed to be in the late medieval era, around the 15th to 16th century. It is primarily concentrated in the regions of Western Ukraine which have seen a mix of cultural influences due to migrations and historical events.

The name Yanchak is derived from Slavic roots. It is believed to come from the diminutive of the personal name Yan, which is the Slavic form of John. The suffix chak was a common diminutive ending in Slavic languages, indicating "son of" or "little," thus Yanchak roughly translates to "little John" or "son of John."

Historical references to the name Yanchak can be found in various church and municipal records. One of the earliest documented instances of the surname appears in the 17th century church registers in the Lviv Oblast, a region that was a vital cultural and political center in Ukraine.

A notable individual with the surname Yanchak was Petro Yanchak, born in 1782 and known for his contributions to local governance in what is now the Ivano-Frankivsk region. He played a significant role in the community, particularly in the reconstruction of local infrastructure following the Napoleonic Wars.

In the 19th century, another prominent figure was Andriy Yanchak, born in 1837. He was a well-respected educator and founder of a number of schools in rural settlements in the Carpathian Mountains, which were integral to the advancement of education in these remote areas.

During the tumultuous periods of the World Wars, Yanchak Yefim, born in 1895, emerged as a significant figure. He was a decorated officer in both the Ukrainian Galician Army during World War I and later in the Soviet Army during World War II. His dedication was recorded in military archives, highlighting his leadership and bravery.

In the mid-20th century, Mykola Yanchak, born in 1923, gained recognition as an artist. His works, deeply rooted in Ukrainian folklore and traditions, contributed to the preservation of the Ukrainian cultural heritage during the Soviet era. His paintings are still displayed in various Ukrainian art museums.

Another notable person was Ivan Yanchak, born in 1951, who became an influential figure in the revival of the Ukrainian language and culture post-Soviet Union. He was a prolific author, writing extensively on linguistic policies and advocating for the use of Ukrainian in educational and governmental institutions.

The surname Yanchak has a rich history deeply entwined with the cultural and socio-political developments of Ukraine. From its linguistic roots to its presence in various historical records, the name has been borne by individuals who have significantly contributed to their communities and fields.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Yanchak

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

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

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