Explore the Family Name Peterka
The meaning of Peterka
Czech, Slovak, and Slovenian: from a derivative of the personal name Peter (Czech Petr).
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How common is the last name Peterka in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Peterka experienced a slight decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 32,026th most popular surname in the United States, and by 2010, it had dropped to the 34,073rd position, marking a change of -6.39%. In terms of count, there were 680 individuals with this surname in 2000, falling slightly to 667 by 2010, a reduction of -1.91%. The proportion per 100k also decreased by -8.0% over the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,026 | #34,073 | -6.39% |
| Count | 680 | 667 | -1.91% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.25 | 0.23 | -8% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Peterka
The ethnicity of individuals bearing the surname Peterka showed some changes over the decade as per the Decennial U.S. Census. Those identifying as White made up the majority, although their percentage decreased from 96.62% in 2000 to 93.85% in 2010. There was a significant increase in those identifying as Hispanic, with their representation growing by 131.48%, from 1.62% in 2000 to 3.75% in 2010. Individuals identifying as two or more races also saw an increase, rising from 1.03% in 2000 to 1.35% in 2010, marking a 31.07% change. No Peterkas identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.62% | 93.85% | -2.87% |
| Hispanic | 1.62% | 3.75% | 131.48% |
| Two or More Races | 1.03% | 1.35% | 31.07% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |