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UK surname

Chojnacki

A Polish surname derived from the word "chojny" meaning pine tree or pine forest.

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Bassetlaw, Caerphilly and Bristol.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Chojnacki is 193 in 2014. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

189

2016, ranked #20,334

Peak year

2014

193 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 189 in 2016, ranked #20,334.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Chojnacki surname distribution map

The map shows where the Chojnacki surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Chojnacki surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Chojnacki over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1997 modern 57 #31,917
1998 modern 55 #32,399
1999 modern 67 #31,409
2000 modern 67 #31,473
2001 modern 65 #31,501
2002 modern 71 #31,351
2003 modern 67 #31,796
2004 modern 72 #31,488
2005 modern 74 #31,522
2006 modern 97 #28,793
2007 modern 113 #26,641
2008 modern 124 #25,371
2009 modern 135 #24,594
2010 modern 151 #23,377
2011 modern 161 #22,187
2012 modern 179 #20,679
2013 modern 189 #20,273
2014 modern 193 #20,159
2015 modern 187 #20,502
2016 modern 189 #20,334

Geography

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Where Chojnackis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Bassetlaw, Caerphilly, Bristol, Tameside and Chiltern. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Bassetlaw 015 Bassetlaw
2 Caerphilly 005 Caerphilly
3 Bristol 041 Bristol, City of
4 Tameside 002 Tameside
5 Chiltern 005 Chiltern

Forenames

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First names often paired with Chojnacki

These lists show first names that appear often with the Chojnacki surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Chojnacki

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Chojnacki, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Chojnacki surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Chojnacki household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

The Greater London Mix

Group

Skilled Trades and Construction Workers

Within London, Chojnacki is most associated with areas classed as Skilled Trades and Construction Workers, part of The Greater London Mix. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These scattered, peripheral and often low residential density neighbourhoods house more workers in skilled trades and construction. Few households rent social housing and there are few students. Multiple car ownership is higher than the Supergroup average, perhaps because of poorer public transport connectivity. Incidence of mixed or multiple ethnicity is below the Supergroup average, and the absence of individuals identifying as Pakistani or Other Asian groups is also less pronounced. Flatted accommodation is less dominant than elsewhere in the Supergroup.

Wider London pattern

A Supergroup embodying London's diversity in many respects, apart from low numbers of residents identifying as of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani or Other (non-Chinese) Asian ethnicity. There is lower than average prevalence of families with dependent children, while there are above average occurrences of never-married individuals and single-person households. The age distribution is skewed towards younger, single residents and couples without children, with many individuals identifying as of mixed or multiple ethnicity. Social rented or private rented housing is slightly more prevalent than average, and many residents live in flats. Individuals typically work in professional and associated roles in public administration, education or health rather than in elementary occupations in agriculture, energy, water, construction or manufacturing. Incidence of students is slightly below average. Individuals declaring no religion are more prevalent than average and non-use of English at home is below average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Chojnacki is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Chojnacki falls in decile 2 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

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More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Chojnacki is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 60-70 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Chojnacki, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Chojnacki

The surname Chojnacki is of Polish origin, with roots that can be traced back to the 14th century. The name is derived from the Polish word "chojny," meaning "pine" or "pine forest," and the suffix "-acki," which indicates a place of origin or a familial connection.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Chojnacki name can be found in the Tarnów land records from the late 15th century, where it appears as "Choynaçky." This spelling variation reflects the phonetic nature of the name and its evolution over time.

The Chojnacki surname is closely associated with several regions in Poland, particularly the areas around the cities of Poznań, Kalisz, and Sieradz. These regions were historically known for their vast pine forests, which likely influenced the origin of the name.

In the 16th century, a prominent figure named Jan Chojnacki (1532-1605) was a renowned Polish poet and translator. His works played a significant role in the development of Polish Renaissance literature.

Another notable individual with the Chojnacki surname was Tadeusz Chojnacki (1885-1949), a Polish military officer who served in both World Wars. He was awarded the Virtuti Militari, Poland's highest military decoration, for his bravery during World War I.

During the 18th century, the Chojnacki family produced several notable figures in the fields of academia and literature. Józef Chojnacki (1745-1819) was a respected historian and professor at the University of Warsaw, while his cousin, Mikołaj Chojnacki (1760-1823), gained recognition as a playwright and poet.

In the 19th century, Kazimierz Chojnacki (1823-1899) made a name for himself as a talented architect and urban planner. He designed several notable buildings in Warsaw, including the iconic Zachęta Palace, which now houses the National Museum of Art.

The Chojnacki surname has also been associated with various place names throughout Poland, such as Chojnaczki, a village in the Mazovian Voivodeship, and Chojnaczka, a small town in the Opole Voivodeship. These place names likely originated from the same root as the surname, reflecting the historical presence of pine forests in those areas.

Overall, the surname Chojnacki has a rich history deeply embedded in Polish culture and geography, with numerous notable individuals bearing this name throughout the centuries.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Chojnacki surname: questions and answers

How common is the Chojnacki surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 189 in 2016. That gives Chojnacki a modern rank of #20,334.

What does the Chojnacki surname mean?

A Polish surname derived from the word "chojny" meaning pine tree or pine forest.

What does the Chojnacki map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Chojnacki bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.