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

Zalud, 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 Zalud surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zalud in America

Zalud is the 66553rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zalud surname appeared 297 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 Zalud.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zalud 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 Zalud

The surname Zalud traces its origins to the Czech Republic, particularly within the historical region of Bohemia. The name likely emerged in the medieval period, around the 14th to 15th centuries. It derives from the Czech word "žalud" which means "acorn" or can refer to "gland" in some dialects, indicating a potential metaphorical connection to personal characteristics such as wisdom or tenacity, much like the oak tree.

Phonetic variations and similar spellings of the surname have existed over the centuries. Records from Bohemian church books and local registries in the 16th and 17th centuries contain entries for Zalud and its variant forms like Zálud or Żalud. The spreading of this surname remained localized primarily within the Czech lands, as the surname did not feature prominently in records outside this region until later periods.

One of the earliest documented individuals bearing the surname Zalud is Jan Zalud, noted in 1592 in a village registry near Prague. Another early reference appears in a manuscript from 1610, mentioning a family of weavers named Zalud living in Pilsen. These early references emphasize the surname's geographical roots within Bohemia.

Several members of the Zalud family rose to prominence throughout history. Martin Zalud (1785-1841), a noted blacksmith in the early 19th century, was renowned for his craftsmanship in the town of Tábor. Josef Zalud (1822-1898) gained recognition as a composer and musician in Brno, contributing significantly to the local cultural scene. Anna Zalud (1865-1932) was a pioneer in women's education in Prague, establishing one of the first schools for girls in the city.

Antonin Zalud (1880-1945) was a famous Czech artist, whose works are still exhibited in the National Gallery in Prague. His influence in the art community was profound, helping shape the modernist movement in early 20th century Czechoslovakia. Lastly, Frantisek Zalud (1903-1987) was an accomplished botanist and author, whose research and publications on Central European flora remain influential in botanical studies.

These historical figures reflect the diverse contributions of individuals with the Zalud surname, marking their impact in various spheres such as craftsmanship, the arts, education, and science across different periods. The surname Zalud continues to be recognized as a symbol of Bohemian heritage and legacy.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zalud

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

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

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