Dushek
Dushek Meaning & Origin
About Dushek
The surname Dushek is of Czech origin and is derived from the word "dusit," meaning "to choke" or "to suffocate." It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who had a tendency to choke or cough frequently, or perhaps for someone who had a job or occupation related to smoke or suffocation. Surnames often originated from personal characteristics, occupations, or places of origin, and Dushek is an example of a surname that likely originated from a physical or occupational trait.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Dushek is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Dushek: 127
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 133048
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.04
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Dushek based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Dushek is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Dushek in Braille
Here's how to represent Dushek in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Dushek using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Dushek using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
