Explore the Family Name Novakowski
The meaning of Novakowski
Altered form of Polish Nowakowski.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Novakowski in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Novakowski has increased in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked 48,469th in terms of commonality among surnames in the United States, but by 2010, it had climbed to a rank of 45,495, marking a rise of 6.14 percent. The count of individuals with the Novakowski surname also saw an increase from 409 in 2000 to 470 in 2010, reflecting a notable uptick of approximately 15 percent. Similarly, the proportion of people named Novakowski per 100,000 residents grew by roughly 7 percent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,469 | #45,495 | 6.14% |
| Count | 409 | 470 | 14.91% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.16 | 6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Novakowski
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the Novakowski surname. As of 2010, most people with this last name identify as White, although the percentage dropped slightly from 94.13 percent in 2000 to 92.98 percent in 2010. There was a significant increase in people identifying as Hispanic, with a growth rate of 58.36 percent over the decade. Meanwhile, the proportion of Novakowskis identifying with two or more races decreased by about 23 percent. The percentages for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained unchanged at zero.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.13% | 92.98% | -1.22% |
| Hispanic | 2.69% | 4.26% | 58.36% |
| Two or More Races | 2.2% | 1.7% | -22.73% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |