Explore the Family Name Niko
The meaning of Niko
1. Slovak and Albanian: from a short form of the personal name Slovak Nikolaj, Albanian Nikolla, from Latin Nicolaus (see Nicholas). 2. Polynesian: unexplained.
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How common is the last name Niko in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Niko has seen a significant rise between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 87,348 in terms of popularity but jumped to 64,054 in 2010, showing an increase of 26.67%. The count also rose from 198 to 311 over the same period, marking a 57.07% surge. Therefore, the proportion per 100k individuals bearing this surname has also grown by 57.14%, from 0.07 to 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #87,348 | #64,054 | 26.67% |
| Count | 198 | 311 | 57.07% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.11 | 57.14% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Niko
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the largest percentage of people with the surname Niko identified as Asian/Pacific Islander in both 2000 and 2010, with a slight increase of 0.47% over the decade. Individuals identifying as two or more races made up the second largest group, experiencing a substantial growth of 35.27%. There was a notable decline in those identifying as White, with a decrease of -22.96%. Meanwhile, the Hispanic representation saw a remarkable jump of 109.04%. Notably, there were no individuals who identified themselves as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 55.05% | 55.31% | 0.47% |
| White | 31.31% | 24.12% | -22.96% |
| Two or More Races | 8.08% | 10.93% | 35.27% |
| Hispanic | 3.54% | 7.4% | 109.04% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |