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

Zodrow, 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 Zodrow surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zodrow in America

Zodrow is the 64891st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zodrow surname appeared 306 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 Zodrow.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zodrow 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 Zodrow

The surname Zodrow originates from Poland, where it is first documented in the medieval period. The name traces back to the Silesian region, one of the historical regions located in present-day southwestern Poland. It is derived from the Polish word "Zdrów," which translates to "healthy" or "hearty." Similar spellings of the surname include Zdrow and Zdorow, reflecting regional linguistic variations and historical orthographic practices.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname Zodrow can be found in 14th-century Silesian records, where a Piotr Zodrow is noted as a landowner in the town of Opole. Throughout history, the name appears in various old manuscripts and registers, providing a glimpse into the genealogy and movement of families bearing this surname. During the reign of King Casimir III of Poland (r. 1333–1370), several records indicate the use of the name by local nobility, signifying its prominence and recognition in societal structure.

Historical references to the name also appear in the 16th-century Kraków registry, where a merchant by the name of Jan Zodrow is documented as a well-established figure in the local trade community. This suggests that members of the Zodrow family were not only landowners but also active participants in the urban economic life of Poland. The name’s association with prosperity and good health may have contributed to its prevalence among wealthy and influential social circles.

A notable bearer of the surname in the 18th century was Krzysztof Zodrow, born in 1738, who was a prominent scholar and historian in Silesia. His detailed chronicles of regional history have been vital in understanding the cultural and political landscape of that era. In the 19th century, Józef Zodrow (1794–1862) emerged as a significant political figure in the struggle for Polish independence. His efforts in the November Uprising of 1830 against Russian control earned him a place in Polish national history.

The name also appears in the arts, with the famed 20th-century Polish painter, Władysław Zodrow, born in 1901. His works, primarily focusing on rural life and landscapes, continue to be celebrated for their rich representation of Polish culture and heritage. Władysław's painting career spanned several decades, and his influence is evident in Polish modern art galleries.

Throughout its history, the surname Zodrow has remained relatively consistent in its spelling and pronunciation, with its bearers often playing significant roles in their respective fields. The linkage of the name to the concept of health and well-being provides an enduring sense of pride and identity for those who carry it today, tracing back centuries to its origins in medieval Poland.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zodrow

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

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

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