Explore the Family Name Sistek
The meaning of Sistek
Czech (Šístek): from a derivative of the vocabulary word šest ‘six’, applied as a topographic or habitational name referring to a house on which the number 6 was prominently displayed, or as a nickname for someone with long hair that hung down and curled at the bottom, resembling the figure 6.
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How common is the last name Sistek in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Sistek experienced a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010, moving from rank 71,808 to 72,105, a change of -0.41%. However, the count of individuals with the Sistek surname increased by 6.72%, from 253 to 270. The proportion of people with this surname per 100k remained stable at 0.09 during both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #71,808 | #72,105 | -0.41% |
| Count | 253 | 270 | 6.72% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sistek
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insights into the ethnicity associated with the surname Sistek. In 2000, 98.02% of individuals with this surname identified as White, but by 2010 there was a slight decrease to 95.93%. There were no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. However, there was a new development in 2010 where 2.22% of individuals with the Sistek surname identified with two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.02% | 95.93% | -2.13% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.22% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |