Explore the Family Name Szafranski

The meaning of Szafranski

Polish (Szafrański): habitational name for someone from either of two places called Szafranki in Masovian and Podlaskie voivodeships, or Szafranów, in Masovian and Podkarpackie voivodeships, all named with szafran ‘saffron’ (see Safran 1). Compare Safranski. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Andrzej, Bogdan, Halina, Krzysztof, Miroslaw, Stanislaw, Tadeuz, Wieslaw.

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How common is the last name Szafranski in the United States?

The surname Szafranski, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, saw a slight decrease in its popularity rank from 20,763 in 2000 to 21,686 in 2010, marking a change of -4.45%. However, the number of individuals with this name increased modestly from 1,183 to 1,201 during the same period, reflecting a 1.52% growth. The proportion per 100k people slightly decreased by 6.82%, moving from 0.44 in 2000 to 0.41 in 2010.

20002010Change
Rank#20,763#21,686-4.45%
Count1,1831,2011.52%
Proportion per 100k0.440.41-6.82%

Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Szafranski

In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the surname Szafranski identified as White, maintaining a high percentage of approximately 97% in both 2000 and 2010. There was a negligible decrease in this category by 0.22%. Those identifying as two or more races saw an increase of 23.70%, albeit from a low base of 1.35% in 2000 to 1.67% in 2010. The Hispanic representation also experienced a minor increase from 0.76% to 0.83%, marking a 9.21% change. On the other hand, those identifying as Black decreased significantly from 0.68% to 0.42%, translating into a decline of 38.24%. It's crucial to note that no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.

20002010Change
White96.96%96.75%-0.22%
Two or More Races1.35%1.67%23.7%
Hispanic0.76%0.83%9.21%
Black0.68%0.42%-38.24%
Asian/Pacific Islander0%0%0%
American Indian and Alaskan Native0%0%0%