Explore the Family Name Krzak
The meaning of Krzak
Polish: nickname or topographic name from the word krzak ‘shrub, bush’.
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How common is the last name Krzak in the United States?
The surname Krzak saw a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010, according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, Krzak was ranked 81,700th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had risen to 73,666th place, illustrating an increase of approximately 9.83%. The number of people bearing this surname also expanded during this period, with the count growing from 215 in 2000 to 263 in 2010, indicating an impressive growth rate of 22.33%. Consequently, the proportion per 100,000 people also experienced a modest boost from 0.08 to 0.09.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #81,700 | #73,666 | 9.83% |
| Count | 215 | 263 | 22.33% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.09 | 12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Krzak
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the Krzak surname identify as White. In 2000, a striking 97.67% of Krzaks were White, although this percentage dropped slightly to 95.82% in 2010. Meanwhile, there was a noticeable emergence of Hispanic identity among those with this surname, with the proportion rising from 0% in 2000 to 2.66% in 2010. No significant changes were observed in other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native, with their representation remaining at 0% for both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.67% | 95.82% | -1.89% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.66% | 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% |