Explore the Family Name Vojtek
The meaning of Vojtek
Slovak and Czech (Moravian): from a pet form of the personal name Vojtěch, Vojtech. Compare Voytek.
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How common is the last name Vojtek in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Vojtek saw a slight dip in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was the 116,835th most popular surname, however by 2010, its ranking dropped to 134,712, marking a 15.3% decrease. The number of people bearing the Vojtek surname also decreased from 138 in 2000 to 125 in 2010, reflecting a decline of approximately 9.42%. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100,000 people similarly decreased by 20%, from 0.05 in 2000 to 0.04 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #116,835 | #134,712 | -15.3% |
| Count | 138 | 125 | -9.42% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.05 | 0.04 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Vojtek
Regarding the ethnicity associated with the surname Vojtek, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that it is predominantly tied to the White ethnic identity. In fact, in both 2000 and 2010, there were no recorded instances of the surname among Asian/Pacific Islanders, those identifying with two or more races, Hispanics, Blacks, or American Indian and Alaskan Natives. In 2000, 97.83% of those with the Vojtek surname identified as White, increasing slightly to 98.4% in 2010. This suggests a minor strengthening of the association between the Vojtek surname and the White ethnic group over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.83% | 98.4% | 0.58% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |