Explore the Family Name Zysk
The meaning of Zysk
Polish: nickname for someone who got something out of something, an opportunist or a shrewd dealer, derived from zyskać ‘to gain’. Some characteristic forenames: Polish Andrzej, Krzysztof, Leszek, Mariola, Tadeusz, Wladyslawa, Zofia.
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How common is the last name Zysk in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Zysk has seen a slight decrease in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked as the 34,210th most popular surname, while in 2010, it had slipped to the 35,764th position, representing a decline of 4.54%. Despite this drop in ranking, the actual incidence of the surname remained almost stable, with a nominal increase from 627 occurrences in 2000 to 628 in 2010. This minor growth is reflected in a proportion per 100,000 people change of -8.7%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #34,210 | #35,764 | -4.54% |
| Count | 627 | 628 | 0.16% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.23 | 0.21 | -8.7% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zysk
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the Zysk surname identify as White, with an increase from 97.61% in 2000 to 98.73% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of this surname among individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in both 2000 and 2010. Notably, there was a complete absence in 2010 of individuals who identified with two or more races, which marked a departure from the 1.75% reported in 2000.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.61% | 98.73% | 1.15% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.75% | 0% | -100% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |