Explore the Family Name Hudzik
The meaning of Hudzik
1. Polish: variant of Chudzik. 2. Slovak (mainly Hudzík): diminutive of Hudec ‘fiddler, musician’.
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How common is the last name Hudzik in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Hudzik saw a slight shift in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Hudzik was ranked as the 44,738th most common surname, however by 2010 it had slipped slightly to become the 46,725th most common surname, marking a decrease of 4.44%. The number of individuals with this surname fluctuated minimally, increasing marginally from 452 to 455 over the decade, representing a growth of 0.66%. Proportionally, per 100,000 people, the presence of the Hudzik surname dropped by 11.76%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #44,738 | #46,725 | -4.44% |
| Count | 452 | 455 | 0.66% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.17 | 0.15 | -11.76% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hudzik
The ethnic identity associated with the Hudzik surname also saw some shifts between 2000 and 2010, according to Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, almost 97% of those carrying the Hudzik surname identified as White, a figure which decreased slightly to approximately 96% by 2010. During the same period, the percentage of those identifying as Hispanic increased from 1.33% to 1.76%, marking a 32.33% rise. Additionally, for the first time, the 2010 census reported individuals with the Hudzik surname who identified as Black. The categories of Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained unchanged throughout this time period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.9% | 95.82% | -1.11% |
| Hispanic | 1.33% | 1.76% | 32.33% |
| Black | 0% | 1.76% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.55% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |