Explore the Family Name Duyck
The meaning of Duyck
Flemish: nickname from Middle Dutch duuc ‘duck’. In some cases the name may be a derivative of Middle Dutch duken ‘to dive’ and hence a cognate with North German Dueck.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Duyck in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Duyck has seen a rise in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked at position 49,159 but by 2010, it had climbed to rank 46,725, marking an increase of 4.95%. The count for this last name also grew from 402 in 2000 to 455 in 2010, indicating a growth rate of 13.18%. Despite these increases, the proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.15.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #49,159 | #46,725 | 4.95% |
| Count | 402 | 455 | 13.18% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Duyck
When it comes to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census shows some changes among those with the surname Duyck between 2000 and 2010. The majority identified as White, making up 93.78% in 2000 and slightly decreasing to 93.19% in 2010. There was a notable increase in the number of Asian/Pacific Islanders, growing from 1.24% to 1.54%. The American Indian and Alaskan Native category also saw an increase from 2.49% to 3.30%. However, the percentage of those identifying with two or more races went from 1.74% to zero. Meanwhile, there were no individuals who identified as Black in either year, while those identifying as Hispanic appeared in 2010 with a proportion of 1.10%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.78% | 93.19% | -0.63% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.49% | 3.3% | 32.53% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.24% | 1.54% | 24.19% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.1% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.74% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |