Explore the Family Name Kruszka
The meaning of Kruszka
Polish: from dialect kruszka ‘pear tree’, a topographic name for someone who lived by a pear tree or perhaps a metonymic occupational name for a fruit seller.
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How common is the last name Kruszka in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kruszka has seen a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The rank of this surname dropped from 44,273 to 44,356, marking a 0.19% change. However, the total count of individuals with the surname Kruszka increased from 458 to 485, showcasing a growth rate of 5.9%. In terms of proportion per 100,000 people, there was a decrease of 5.88%, from 0.17 to 0.16.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #44,273 | #44,356 | -0.19% |
| Count | 458 | 485 | 5.9% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.17 | 0.16 | -5.88% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kruszka
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the surname Kruszka identify as White. From 2000 to 2010, this group decreased slightly from 98.69% to 96.29%, representing a -2.43% change. During the same period, there was no recorded percentage of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native. There was, however, a slight increase in those identifying as Hispanic, up from 0% to 2.89%. The data did not indicate any individuals identifying as having two or more races for both the years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.69% | 96.29% | -2.43% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.89% | 0% |
| 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% |