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

Byzewski, 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 Byzewski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Byzewski in America

Byzewski is the 96368th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Byzewski surname appeared 189 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 Byzewski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Byzewski 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 Byzewski

The surname Byzewski originates from Poland, with its roots traced back to the early 15th century. It is believed to have derived from the Polish word "bycz," which means "ox" or "bull," and the suffix "-ewski," indicating a place of origin or association.

The earliest recorded mention of the Byzewski name can be found in the historical records of the Polish nobility, where it was associated with landowners and gentry from the regions of Masovia and Podlasie. These regions were known for their agricultural traditions, and the name may have initially referred to individuals involved in cattle breeding or oxen-related occupations.

One of the earliest documented bearers of the Byzewski name was Jan Byzewski, a minor nobleman and landowner from the village of Byzewo in Masovia, who lived in the mid-16th century. His family's coat of arms featured a bull's head, further solidifying the connection between the name and its bovine origins.

During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Byzewski family expanded their influence and holdings, with several members serving in the Polish military and holding prominent positions within the local administration. Notably, Kazimierz Byzewski (1632-1698) was a distinguished cavalry officer who fought in the Polish-Swedish wars, while Marcin Byzewski (1704-1782) was a respected magistrate and judge in the Podlasie region.

As the Byzewski name spread across Poland, it also appeared in various historical records and documents, including parish registers, land deeds, and court proceedings. The spelling of the name evolved over time, with variations such as Byzewsky, Byzewski, and Bysewski appearing in different regions.

Among the notable figures bearing the Byzewski surname in later years was Franciszek Byzewski (1801-1876), a renowned architect and urban planner who contributed to the development of several Polish cities, including Warsaw and Lublin. Another notable Byzewski was Józef Byzewski (1878-1945), a pioneering aviator and one of the first Polish pilots to obtain a pilot's license.

Throughout its history, the Byzewski surname has maintained a strong presence in Poland, with numerous individuals contributing to various fields, including the arts, sciences, and public service. While the name's origins may be rooted in agricultural traditions, it has evolved to represent a diverse and influential family lineage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Byzewski

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

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

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