Explore the Family Name Bratko
The meaning of Bratko
1. Polish, Ukrainian, Slovak, Croatian, and Slovenian: from a pet form of a personal name based on the Slavic element brat ‘brother’ (from Old Slavic bratrъ), such as Bratomil (Polish Bratomił) with the second element mil ‘gentle, dear’ (from Old Slavic milъ). 2. Ukrainian: nickname meaning ‘little brother’, from a diminutive of brat ‘brother’.
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How common is the last name Bratko in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Bratko has seen a slight decrease over time. In 2000, it was ranked 96,033 in popularity and by 2010, it dropped to 107,134, experiencing a change of -11.56. The count also reflected this decline with numbers slipping from 176 to 166 between 2000 and 2010, a decrease of 5.68%. The proportion per 100k people similarly fell from 0.07 to 0.06, resulting in a 14.29% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #96,033 | #107,134 | -11.56% |
| Count | 176 | 166 | -5.68% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.06 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Bratko
In terms of ethnic identity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that the majority of individuals with the Bratko surname identify as White. This group saw an increase from 94.32% in 2000 to 96.39% in 2010. The Hispanic representation among those bearing the surname Bratko decreased by 24.37%, moving from 3.98% in 2000 to 3.01% in 2010. There were no recorded changes for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.32% | 96.39% | 2.19% |
| Hispanic | 3.98% | 3.01% | -24.37% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |