Explore the Family Name Brusky
The meaning of Brusky
Altered form of Polish Bruski. Some characteristic forenames: German Aloys, Erwin.
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How common is the last name Brusky in the United States?
The surname Brusky, according to the Decennial U.S. Census, showed a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 47,654th most common surname, while by 2010 it moved up to the 47,107th spot, representing a change of 1.15%. The count of individuals with this surname also increased from 418 in 2000 to 451 in 2010, which is a growth rate of 7.89%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained constant, at 0.15%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,654 | #47,107 | 1.15% |
| Count | 418 | 451 | 7.89% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Brusky
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the Brusky surname is predominantly associated with White ethnicity. In both 2000 and 2010, nearly all (98.80% and 98.45%, respectively) of the individuals bearing the Brusky name identified as White, revealing a minor decline of 0.35% over the decade. The census data reported no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.8% | 98.45% | -0.35% |
| 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% |