Explore the Family Name Tarkowski
The meaning of Tarkowski
Polish: habitational name for someone from Tarkowo in Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship or Tarków in Masovian Voivodeship (of uncertain origin, compare tarka ‘grater, rasper’). Some characteristic forenames: Polish Jacek, Maciej, Valeska, Zbigniew.
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How common is the last name Tarkowski in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Tarkowski has seen a decrease in its popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Tarkowski was ranked 48,567th in terms of popularity and had 408 individuals bearing the surname. However, by 2010, this rank dropped to 55,962 with only 366 individuals carrying the Tarkowski name, marking a decrease of 15.23% in rank and 10.29% in count. Accordingly, the proportion per 100k people also fell by 20%, standing at 0.12 in 2010 as compared to 0.15 in 2000.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,567 | #55,962 | -15.23% |
| Count | 408 | 366 | -10.29% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.12 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Tarkowski
Ethnicity-wise, the majority of the Tarkowskis identify as White, according to the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, 97.06% of Tarkowskis identified as White, which slightly decreased to 96.72% in 2010. The Hispanic population within this surname saw an increase, rising from 1.47% in 2000 to 1.91% in 2010. No significant changes were observed for other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native as they remained at zero throughout the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.06% | 96.72% | -0.35% |
| Hispanic | 1.47% | 1.91% | 29.93% |
| 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% |