Explore the Family Name Kulyk
The meaning of Kulyk
Ukrainian and Rusyn: nickname from the Ukrainian word kulyk, denoting various birds, including sandpiper (a bird from the genus Calidris). Compare Kulik.
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How common is the last name Kulyk in the United States?
Based on Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kulyk has seen a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 93,427th in frequency among all surnames, but by 2010, it had climbed to 80,131st place, reflecting a growth of about 14.23%. The count of individuals bearing the surname also increased from 182 in 2000 to 237 in 2010, marking a rise of roughly 30.22%. Additionally, the proportion of people named Kulyk per 100,000 population increased by 14.29% over this decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #93,427 | #80,131 | 14.23% |
| Count | 182 | 237 | 30.22% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.08 | 14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kulyk
In terms of ethnicity, the Kulyk surname is predominantly associated with White ethnicity according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. From 2000 to 2010, there was a slight increase in the percentage of individuals with this surname identifying as White, from 95.60% to 98.31%, an increment of 2.83%. There were no reported instances of this surname being associated with Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.6% | 98.31% | 2.83% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |