Explore the Family Name Haluska
The meaning of Haluska
Slovak, Rusyn (from Slovakia), and Czech (Haluška): nickname from haluška ‘small boiled dumpling’. Compare Galuska.
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How common is the last name Haluska in the United States?
The surname Haluska, based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, was ranked 30,383 in popularity in 2000 and moved to 31,150 in 2010, demonstrating a slight decline of -2.52%. The count of individuals with this surname increased slightly over the decade from 726 to 745, marking a growth of 2.62%. However, the proportion of Haluskas per 100,000 people decreased by -7.41%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #30,383 | #31,150 | -2.52% |
| Count | 726 | 745 | 2.62% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.27 | 0.25 | -7.41% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Haluska
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that the majority of individuals bearing the Haluska surname identify as White, with an almost steady percentage of 97.52% in 2000 to 97.45% in 2010. The data for other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or More Races, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native were suppressed for privacy. The Hispanic representation under the Haluska surname saw a small increase from 2.07% in 2000 to 2.15% in 2010, which represents a change of 3.86%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.52% | 97.45% | -0.07% |
| Hispanic | 2.07% | 2.15% | 3.86% |
| 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% |