Explore the Family Name Lyga
The meaning of Lyga
Polish: probably from a derivative of the dialect verb ligać ‘to buck, to kick’.
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How common is the last name Lyga in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Lyga has seen an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 64,934th most popular, but by 2010, it had risen to 62,189th. This represents a 4.23% increase in rank. Similarly, the count of individuals with the surname also grew from 286 in 2000 to 322 in 2010, marking a 12.59% rise. Despite these changes, the proportion of people with this surname per 100,000 remained steady at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #64,934 | #62,189 | 4.23% |
| Count | 286 | 322 | 12.59% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Lyga
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Lyga, as illustrated by Decennial U.S. Census data, is predominantly White. In 2000, 97.55% of those carrying the surname identified as White. By 2010, this figure had slightly decreased to 96.89%, a change of -0.68%. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the surname Lyga identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.55% | 96.89% | -0.68% |
| 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% |