Explore the Family Name Lazowski
The meaning of Lazowski
Polish (Łazowski): habitational name for someone from any of various places called Łazy, Łazow, or Łazowa, named with łazy ‘clearing in a forest’.
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How common is the last name Lazowski in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Lazowski experienced a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 77,742nd in popularity and dropped to 85,357th by 2010, indicating a -9.8% change. The number of individuals bearing this surname also decreased from 229 in 2000 to 219 in 2010, showing a -4.37% change. The proportion of people named Lazowski per 100,000 people also declined by -12.5% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #77,742 | #85,357 | -9.8% |
| Count | 229 | 219 | -4.37% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.07 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Lazowski
When discussing the ethnic identity associated with the surname Lazowski, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the vast majority identified as White. The percentage increased slightly from 97.38% in 2000 to 98.17% in 2010. No significant representation from Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native communities was noted for this surname during these years. Any changes in these categories were either negligible or suppressed for privacy.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.38% | 98.17% | 0.81% |
| 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% |