Explore the Family Name Zaruba
The meaning of Zaruba
Czech (Záruba): topographic name or metonymic occupational name from záruba ‘wooden fence’.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Zaruba in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Zaruba has seen minor shifts over a decade. In 2000, Zaruba was ranked 30,383 in popularity with 726 individuals carrying the name. By 2010, it had slipped slightly to 31,383, however, the actual count of people with the Zaruba surname increased by 1.65% to 738. The proportion of Zarubas per 100k individuals also decreased by 7.41%, indicating that while the number of people with the name rose, it didn't keep pace with the overall population growth.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #30,383 | #31,383 | -3.29% |
| Count | 726 | 738 | 1.65% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.27 | 0.25 | -7.41% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zaruba
As for the ethnicity associated with the surname Zaruba, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that it is predominantly identified with White individuals. In 2000, about 96.97% of Zarubas identified as White, decreasing slightly to 96.07% in 2010. There were no reported Zarubas who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander in 2000, but by 2010 this category accounted for 0.81%. Similarly, Hispanic representation within the Zaruba population increased from 1.79% in 2000 to 2.44% in 2010, showing a notable change of 36.31%. There were no individuals with the Zaruba surname who identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.97% | 96.07% | -0.93% |
| Hispanic | 1.79% | 2.44% | 36.31% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.81% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.96% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |