Explore the Family Name Zelenko
The meaning of Zelenko
1. Ukrainian and Belorussian: nickname derived from zelenyy (see Zelenka) + the noun suffix -ko. 2. Jewish (from Belarus): variant of Zelenka 2. 3. Slovenian and Croatian: nickname derived from zelen ‘green’.
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How common is the last name Zelenko in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Zelenko has seen a rise in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Zelenko was ranked 78,549th in terms of popularity and rose slightly to rank 77,522nd by 2010, marking a 1.31% increase in ranking. The count of individuals with this surname also grew from 226 in 2000 to 247 in 2010, indicating a growth rate of 9.29%. Despite these changes, the proportion of individuals with the Zelenko surname per 100k population remained the same at 0.08.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #78,549 | #77,522 | 1.31% |
| Count | 226 | 247 | 9.29% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zelenko
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the Zelenko surname, data from the Decennial U.S. Census indicates that it is predominantly linked to white ethnicity. In 2000, about 99.12% of the people with the Zelenko surname identified as white. This percentage slightly decreased to 97.57% by 2010. There were no recorded instances of the Zelenko surname among Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native communities in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.12% | 97.57% | -1.56% |
| 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% |