Explore the Family Name Krenik
The meaning of Krenik
Czech (Kreník): unexplained. The surname Kreník is very rare in Czechia. In the US, it is found mainly in MN. History: Bartoloměj Kreník, born 1811 in Bohemia, died 1896 in Roseau County, MN.
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How common is the last name Krenik in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Krenik saw a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010, dropping from rank 50,055 to 50,106. Despite this drop in ranking, the number of individuals with the Krenik surname actually increased during this period from 393 to 418, marking a growth of 6.36%. However, its proportion per 100,000 people decreased by 6.67%, indicating that while the absolute number of people with this surname grew, its relative prevalence among the population decreased slightly.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,055 | #50,106 | -0.1% |
| Count | 393 | 418 | 6.36% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.14 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Krenik
When it comes to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the overwhelming majority of individuals with the Krenik surname identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with proportions of 95.42% and 95.93% respectively. This indicates a minimal increase in the percentage of Kreniks identifying as White over the decade. Hispanics made up the second-largest group at 3.05% in 2000 and 3.11% in 2010, showing a small rise of 1.97%. There were no recorded individuals with the Krenik surname who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.42% | 95.93% | 0.53% |
| Hispanic | 3.05% | 3.11% | 1.97% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |