Explore the Family Name Krakowiak
The meaning of Krakowiak
Polish: habitational name for someone from the city of Kraków. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Andrzej, Jadwiga, Krzysztof, Merek, Stanislaw.
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How common is the last name Krakowiak in the United States?
The surname Krakowiak saw a slight dip in popularity from 2000 to 2010, according to data taken from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, this surname was ranked 52,174 in terms of popularity, but by 2010, it had slipped to 55,962, showing a decrease of 7.26 percent. The count of individuals with the surname also declined slightly, from 374 in 2000 to 366 in 2010, marking a reduction of 2.14 percent. Accordingly, the proportion of people named Krakowiak per 100,000 residents dropped by 14.29 percent during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,174 | #55,962 | -7.26% |
| Count | 374 | 366 | -2.14% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.12 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Krakowiak
In terms of ethnic identity, the majority of people with the surname Krakowiak identify as White, based on data derived from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, this group represented 95.72 percent of all Krakowiaks, although the figure decreased slightly to 94.26 percent by 2010. During the same period, there was a small increase in the number of Krakowiaks who identify as Asian or Pacific Islander, and those who acknowledge belonging to two or more races. However, these groups still represent only a minor portion of all Krakowiaks. No significant changes were noted for those identifying as Black, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.72% | 94.26% | -1.53% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 2.67% | 2.46% | -7.87% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.91% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.37% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |