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

Zolin, 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 Zolin surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zolin in America

Zolin is the 154907th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zolin surname appeared 105 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 Zolin.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zolin 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 Zolin

The surname Zolin finds its origins in Eastern Europe, specifically in the regions that now encompass Poland, Russia, and Ukraine. It is believed to have first appeared around the 12th century. The name Zolin is derived from old Slavic linguistic roots, which likely trace back to the word "zol," meaning “gold.” This may indicate that the original bearers of the name were associated with wealth or trades related to gold, such as goldsmiths.

Early records and manuscripts do not feature the name Zolin extensively, probably due to the scattered documentation practices of Eastern European regions during medieval times. However, some of the earliest mentions appear in parish registers and tax records from the 14th and 15th centuries. One early recorded instance of an individual with this surname is Ivan Zolin, a minor noble in the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, documented in a 1432 land grant.

As the surname spread, it began appearing in various spellings due to transliterations and regional dialects. In Poland, it might appear as Zoliński, while in Russia, variations like Zolinov were common. In Ukraine, Yevhen Zolin, born in 1564 and who later became a renowned merchant in Lviv, made the name notable as Lviv expanded its trading reach across Eastern Europe.

During the 17th century, the name further established itself in Russian territories. One prominent bearer was Dmitry Zolin, a military officer born in 1642. He became known for his valor during the Russo-Turkish War and was mentioned in several military dispatches of the time.

In the 18th century, the name appeared in artistic circles. Anna Zolina, a celebrated Russian poetess born in 1738, contributed significantly to Russian literature. Her works often highlighted the socio-political issues of her time, earning her considerable fame.

Entering the 19th century, the surname continued to play a role in socio-political spheres. Nikolai Zolin, born in 1821, became an influential figure in the Russo-Japanese War, serving as a high-ranking officer and later as a political envoy. His memoirs provide valuable insights into the military strategies and diplomatic nuances of that turbulent period.

The Zolin surname, through centuries of geographical spread and adaptation, reflects a rich tapestry of Eastern European history, encompassing nobility, military valor, commerce, and cultural contributions. Its bearers have, time and time again, left an indelible mark on the fabric of the regions they inhabited.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zolin

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

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

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