Explore the Family Name Pyszka
The meaning of Pyszka
Polish: unflattering nickname for a self-satisfied or high-blown person, from a derivative of pycha ‘conceit, overweening pride’. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Waclaw.
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How common is the last name Pyszka in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Pyszka experienced a slight drop between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked at 72,905, but by 2010 it had slipped to 79,846, marking a decline of 9.52%. The count of individuals with this surname also saw a decrease, from 248 in 2000 to 238 in 2010, indicating a 4.03% reduction. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100,000 people also lessened slightly from 0.09 in 2000 to 0.08 in 2010, a change of -11.11%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #72,905 | #79,846 | -9.52% |
| Count | 248 | 238 | -4.03% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.08 | -11.11% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Pyszka
In terms of ethnicity, the majority of individuals with the surname Pyszka have identified as White according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. However, there has been a small decrease in this percentage from 96.37% in 2000 to 92.86% in 2010, a change of -3.64%. On the other hand, the proportion of individuals identifying as Hispanic has seen a significant increase, rising from 2.82% in 2000 to 5.46% in 2010, which is a 93.62% jump. The census data does not show any individuals with this surname who identify as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.37% | 92.86% | -3.64% |
| Hispanic | 2.82% | 5.46% | 93.62% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |