Find out how popular the last name Bruski is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Bruski.

Bruski, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Bruski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Bruski in America

Bruski is the 40082nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Bruski surname appeared 547 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Bruski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Bruski to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Bruski

The surname BRUSKI is of Polish origin, with roots dating back to the medieval period. It is believed to have originated from the term "brus," which in Polish means "beech tree." The suffix "-ski" was commonly added to Polish surnames, indicating a connection to a particular place or region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name BRUSKI can be found in historical documents from the 13th century, where it was associated with families residing in the region of Mazovia, located in central Poland. Some records suggest that the name may have been derived from a specific village or settlement named after the abundance of beech trees in the area.

During the 16th century, the BRUSKI name gained prominence in the city of Kraków, where it was mentioned in various municipal records and archives. One notable figure from this period was Jan BRUSKI (1525-1593), a respected scholar and writer who authored several works on history and philosophy.

In the 17th century, the BRUSKI surname appeared in the records of the Polish nobility, indicating that some members of the family had achieved a higher social status. A notable example is Michał BRUSKI (1619-1687), a wealthy landowner and patron of the arts, who commissioned the construction of a magnificent manor house in the town of Łowicz.

As the Polish diaspora spread across Europe and beyond, the BRUSKI name traveled with it. In the 19th century, a branch of the family settled in the Russian Empire, where they became influential industrialists. Andrei BRUSKI (1834-1912) established a successful textile manufacturing business in St. Petersburg and was known for his philanthropic efforts.

Another notable figure was Maria BRUSKI (1876-1946), a Polish-American writer and activist who advocated for women's rights and education. She founded several organizations dedicated to promoting cultural exchange between Poland and the United States.

Over the centuries, the BRUSKI name has been associated with various professions, including academics, artists, entrepreneurs, and political figures. Its rich history reflects the diverse experiences and contributions of those who have borne this surname throughout the generations.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Bruski

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Bruski.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Bruski was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Bruski has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Bruski was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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