Explore the Family Name Kowalsky
The meaning of Kowalsky
Altered form of Polish Kowalski, and a variant of the same Jewish (Ashkenazic) surname. Compare Kovalsky. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Eluzer, Sholem, Avrum.
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How common is the last name Kowalsky in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Kowalsky has seen a slight decrease in popularity over the past decade. In 2000, Kowalsky was ranked as the 17059th most popular surname, while by 2010, it had slipped to 18106th place, reflecting a decrease of 6.14%. However, the actual count of individuals with this surname remained relatively stable, with just a minor increase from 1535 in 2000 to 1538 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #17,059 | #18,106 | -6.14% |
| Count | 1,535 | 1,538 | 0.2% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.57 | 0.52 | -8.77% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kowalsky
In terms of ethnic identity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census provides some interesting insights. The vast majority of individuals bearing the Kowalsky surname identify as White, accounting for 96.87% in 2000 and slightly decreasing to 96.42% in 2010. Over the same period, the percentage identifying as Hispanic experienced the most notable increase, growing by 25.38%. Those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or belonging to two or more races also saw marginal increases. Meanwhile, no individuals with the Kowalsky surname identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.87% | 96.42% | -0.46% |
| Hispanic | 1.3% | 1.63% | 25.38% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.85% | 0.91% | 7.06% |
| Two or More Races | 0.72% | 0.78% | 8.33% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |