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

Burzynski, 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 Burzynski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Burzynski in America

Burzynski is the 18648th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Burzynski surname appeared 1,475 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 1 people would have the surname Burzynski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Burzynski 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 Burzynski

The surname Burzynski originates from Poland and first emerged during the medieval period. It is derived from the Polish word "burza," which means "storm" or "tempest," combined with the suffix "-ynski," indicating a place of origin or residence. This suggests that the name may have referred to someone who lived near a stormy or tempestuous area.

The earliest known record of the Burzynski name can be traced back to the 15th century in the town of Burzynowo, located in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian region of Poland. The town's name, which shares a similar root with the surname, further reinforces the connection to its geographic origins.

Historical references to individuals bearing the Burzynski name can be found in various Polish records and chronicles from the 16th century onwards. One notable figure was Jan Burzynski (1520-1587), a prominent scholar and writer who authored several works on Polish history and literature.

In the 17th century, the Burzynski family gained recognition as landowners and noblemen in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian region. Notable members include Andrzej Burzynski (1632-1701), a respected military commander who fought in various conflicts against Sweden and Russia.

During the 19th century, as industrialization and urbanization took hold, many individuals with the Burzynski surname migrated from rural areas to cities in search of employment opportunities. This led to the dispersal of the name across various regions of Poland and beyond.

One famous individual with the Burzynski surname was Stanislaw Burzynski (1892-1979), a renowned Polish painter and art educator who was a prominent figure in the Polish Colorist movement. His works are displayed in numerous art galleries and museums throughout Poland.

Another notable figure was Maria Burzynska (1922-2003), a Polish writer and journalist who gained recognition for her works exploring themes of social injustice and women's rights during the post-World War II era.

Throughout its history, the Burzynski surname has been associated with various professions, including scholars, military officers, artists, and writers, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and contributions of those who bore this name.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Burzynski

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

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 Burzynski 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 Burzynski 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 Burzynski was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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