Explore the Family Name Skorka
The meaning of Skorka
Polish and Jewish (from Poland) (Skórka): metonymic occupational name for a furrier or tanner, from skórka ‘skin, fur’.
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How common is the last name Skorka in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Skorka decreased between 2000 and 2010. The rank went from 79,115 in 2000 to 92,719 in 2010, demonstrating a decline of 17.2%. Similarly, the count of individuals with the Skorka surname also dropped from 224 to 198 during the same period, marking an 11.61% decrease. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100k people also saw a drop of 12.5%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #79,115 | #92,719 | -17.2% |
| Count | 224 | 198 | -11.61% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.07 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Skorka
Regarding the ethnicity of those carrying the Skorka surname as per the Decennial U.S. Census data, the majority identify as White. In 2000, 97.77% identified as white, and this number slightly increased to 97.98% by 2010. No significant changes were reported for other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these periods, with their proportions remaining at zero.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.77% | 97.98% | 0.21% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |