Explore the Family Name Kolasa
The meaning of Kolasa
Polish: from kolasa ‘wagon, carriage’, hence a metonymic occupational name for a cartwright or coachman. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Beata, Boguslaw, Irena, Krystyna, Stanislaw, Zbigniew.
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How common is the last name Kolasa in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Kolasa slightly decreased between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Kolasa was ranked 27,562nd in terms of popularity, but it fell to 28,023rd by 2010, signifying a 1.67% decrease. However, the number of individuals with this last name increased from 823 to 855 during the same period, indicating a 3.89% rise. Despite this growth, the proportion per 100,000 people dropped by 6.45%, from 0.31 to 0.29.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #27,562 | #28,023 | -1.67% |
| Count | 823 | 855 | 3.89% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.31 | 0.29 | -6.45% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kolasa
With respect to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the Kolasa surname identify as White. This group made up 97.08% in 2000, though it decreased slightly to 95.67% in 2010. The percentage of those who identify as Hispanic saw a significant increase, rising from 1.34% to 2.34%. Meanwhile, there was also a small uptick in individuals of two or more ethnicities, going from 0.97% to 1.05%. No individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.08% | 95.67% | -1.45% |
| Hispanic | 1.34% | 2.34% | 74.63% |
| Two or More Races | 0.97% | 1.05% | 8.25% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |