Explore the Family Name Kulla
The meaning of Kulla
1. Slovak and Czech: variant of Kula. 2. Germanized form of Sorbian Kula. 3. Albanian: topographic name from kullë (definite form kulla) ‘tower, turret’, also ‘multistoried dwelling housing an extended family and its livestock’; or a habitational name from a place called Kullë.
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How common is the last name Kulla in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kulla has seen a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 36,129th in the United States, but by 2010, it had climbed to rank 33,499 - an increase of approximately 7.28%. The number of individuals with the Kulla surname also rose during this time frame, from 586 to 681, marking a substantial growth rate of 16.21%. The proportion per 100,000 people slightly increased as well, from 0.22 to 0.23.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,129 | #33,499 | 7.28% |
| Count | 586 | 681 | 16.21% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.22 | 0.23 | 4.55% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kulla
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides information about the ethnic identity associated with the Kulla surname. The majority, around 95.45% in 2010, identify as White—a slight increase from 95.39% in 2000. There was a small presence of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic in 2010, at 1.32% and 1.03% respectively. Interestingly, there has been a decline in individuals who identify under two or more races from 2.22% in 2000 to 1.03% in 2010. The census does not indicate any Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native individuals with the Kulla surname during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.39% | 95.45% | 0.06% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.32% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 2.22% | 1.03% | -53.6% |
| Hispanic | 1.19% | 1.03% | -13.45% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |