Explore the Family Name Jurkiewicz
The meaning of Jurkiewicz
Polish: patronymic from the personal name Jurek, a pet form of Jura. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Boleslaw, Genowefa, Iwona, Janusz, Kazimierz.
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How common is the last name Jurkiewicz in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Jurkiewicz holds a degree of popularity within the United States. As of 2000, it was ranked 28,548 in terms of prevalence and slightly declined by 4.1% to rank 29,719 in 2010. The count of individuals carrying this name increased slightly from 786 in 2000 to 792 in 2010, marking a 0.76% growth. However, the proportion per 100,000 people dipped by 6.9% over the same period, from 0.29 to 0.27.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #28,548 | #29,719 | -4.1% |
| Count | 786 | 792 | 0.76% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.29 | 0.27 | -6.9% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Jurkiewicz
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Jurkiewicz, as indicated by the Decennial U.S. Census, is predominantly White, accounting for 95.67% in 2000 and slightly decreasing to 95.45% in 2010. The representation of Hispanics with this surname increased by 32.46%, from 1.91% to 2.53% over the decade. Individuals identifying with two or more races decreased by 27.23%, from 1.91% to 1.39%. The data showed an emergence of Asian/Pacific Islander identity linked to the name in 2010, which wasn't present in 2000. However, there were no identified Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native individuals with this surname in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.67% | 95.45% | -0.23% |
| Hispanic | 1.91% | 2.53% | 32.46% |
| Two or More Races | 1.91% | 1.39% | -27.23% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.63% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |