Explore the Family Name Janowitz
The meaning of Janowitz
Germanized form of Polish Janowicz, and a variant of the same Jewish (Ashkenazic) surname. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Haim.
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How common is the last name Janowitz in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Janowitz has seen a significant rise from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Janowitz was ranked 57,849th, but by 2010 it had climbed to the 54,864th position, a positive change of approximately 5.16%. The number of individuals carrying this surname also increased during this period, with a count of 329 in 2000 and 375 in 2010, reflecting a growth rate of nearly 14%. The proportion per 100,000 people also went up slightly from 0.12 to 0.13.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,849 | #54,864 | 5.16% |
| Count | 329 | 375 | 13.98% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.13 | 8.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Janowitz
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Janowitz, as per the Decennial U.S. Census data, is predominantly White, although there has been a small decrease in this group. In 2000, about 97.57% identified as White which dropped to 95.47% by 2010, marking a decline of 2.15%. Interestingly, the portion of people identifying with two or more races under this surname saw a significant surge, increasing by over 110%. From 1.52% in 2000, it grew to 3.20% in 2010. Other categories such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native either remained stagnant or were suppressed for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.57% | 95.47% | -2.15% |
| Two or More Races | 1.52% | 3.2% | 110.53% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |