Explore the Family Name Zavada
The meaning of Zavada
Czech (Závada) and Slovak (mainly Závada): from závada ‘problem, obstacle’. Generally, no doubt, it is a nickname for a troublesome or troubled person, but in some cases it may be a topographic name for someone who lived by a physical obstruction.
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How common is the last name Zavada in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Zavada has seen a slight decrease between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 42,056 in popularity, and by 2010, it had slipped to 44,109, which is a change of -4.88%. Despite this drop in rank, the actual count of individuals with the Zavada surname saw a minor increase from 486 in 2000 to 488 in 2010. However, the proportion per 100,000 people decreased by -5.56% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #42,056 | #44,109 | -4.88% |
| Count | 486 | 488 | 0.41% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.17 | -5.56% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zavada
Regarding the ethnicity associated with the surname Zavada, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows a few changes between 2000 and 2010. While the percentage of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander dropped significantly from 1.23% to zero, those reporting two or more races increased by 19.42%, reaching 1.23% in 2010. The majority of individuals with this surname identified as White, making up 93.21% in 2000 and increasing to 94.47% in 2010. People identifying as Hispanic also saw an increase from 3.50% to 3.69%. No individuals with the surname Zavada identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.21% | 94.47% | 1.35% |
| Hispanic | 3.5% | 3.69% | 5.43% |
| Two or More Races | 1.03% | 1.23% | 19.42% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.23% | 0% | -100% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |