There are
2545
Checks in the USA
Check is the
12229th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Check

AntonínDvořák

Famous Czech composer, known for his symphonies, operas, and chamber music.

TomášGarrigue

First President of Czechoslovakia and a philosopher, played a key role in the creation of the country.

VáclavHavel

Czech playwright, essayist, and dissident who became the last President of Czechoslovakia and the first President of the Czech Republic.

JanHus

Bohemian theologian and philosopher, one of the most important precursors of the Protestant Reformation.

EmilZátopek

Czech long-distance runner, known for winning three gold medals at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki.

Check Genealogy

OriginsThe surname Check has origins in Czech and Slovak languages.
Geographic DistributionThe surname Check is primarily associated with the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
VariationsVariations of the surname Check include Čech, Czech, Czeck, and Czek.
Migration and ImmigrationDuring the early 20th century, significant migration and immigration of Czech and Slovak people occurred, mainly to the United States, Canada, and various European countries. Reasons for migration included seeking better economic opportunities and escaping political conflicts.