Explore the Family Name Kozik
The meaning of Kozik
1. Czech (Kožík): metonymic occupational name for a tanner or a leather merchant, from kůže ‘skin, leather’. 2. Polish: from a pet form of kozia ‘nanny goat’ (see Koza). 3. Polish: possibly also from kozik ‘clasp knife’. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Miroslaw, Dionizy, Krystyna, Mariusz, Wieslaw, Wladyslawa, Zophia.
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How common is the last name Kozik in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname "Kozik" has seen some fluctuations in popularity. In 2000, the surname was ranked 23,104 in popularity, but by 2010 it had slipped down to 25,083, a decrease of 8.57%. Over the same period, the count of individuals bearing the surname also decreased from 1,032 to 990, indicating a 4.07% drop. The proportion of people with the Kozik surname per 100,000 population fell by 10.53%, from 0.38 in 2000 to 0.34 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #23,104 | #25,083 | -8.57% |
| Count | 1,032 | 990 | -4.07% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.38 | 0.34 | -10.53% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kozik
When looking at the ethnic identities associated with the Kozik surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. The majority of Koziks identified as White, accounting for 97.09% in 2000 and 95.45% in 2010, a slight decrease of 1.69%. The percentage of Koziks identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander rose significantly from 0.58% to 1.31%, marking a 125.86% increase. Those claiming Hispanic ethnicity also saw an increase from 1.36% to 2.42%, a change of 77.94%. Meanwhile, the proportions of Koziks identifying as Black, American Indian, and Alaskan Native remained at 0% in both years. The percentage of people claiming two or more races slightly increased from 0.78% to 0.81%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.09% | 95.45% | -1.69% |
| Hispanic | 1.36% | 2.42% | 77.94% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.58% | 1.31% | 125.86% |
| Two or More Races | 0.78% | 0.81% | 3.85% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |