Explore the Family Name Slowiak
The meaning of Slowiak
Polish (Słowiak): derivative of Słowik (see Slowik). Some characteristic forenames: German Florian, Wilhelm.
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How common is the last name Slowiak in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Slowiak has seen a slight decline between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 73,659 in popularity, with approximately 245 individuals bearing the name. By 2010, however, the rank had fallen to 86,005, a decrease of 16.76%, and the count had also decreased by 11.43% to 217. The proportion of individuals with the surname Slowiak per 100,000 people also fell from 0.09 in 2000 to 0.07 in 2010, marking a decline of 22.22%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #73,659 | #86,005 | -16.76% |
| Count | 245 | 217 | -11.43% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.07 | -22.22% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Slowiak
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Slowiak, again based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, it is overwhelmingly identified as White. In 2000, 99.59% of those with the surname identified as White, which decreased slightly to 97.70% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of the surname being associated with Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native identities in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.59% | 97.7% | -1.9% |
| 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% |