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

Grochowski, 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 Grochowski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Grochowski in America

Grochowski is the 16824th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Grochowski surname appeared 1,697 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 Grochowski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Grochowski 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 Grochowski

The surname Grochowski originates from Poland, with roots dating back to the early Middle Ages. It likely derives from the Polish word "groch," meaning "pea," and the suffix "-owski," indicating a place of origin or association. This suggests the name may have initially referred to someone who lived near a pea field or was involved in cultivating peas.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Grochowski name can be found in the Teki Naruszewicza, a collection of historical documents from the late 15th century. This mention suggests the surname was already established in certain regions of Poland at that time.

During the 16th and 17th centuries, the Grochowski name appeared more frequently in various Polish records and chronicles, indicating the family's presence and potential influence in various parts of the country. One notable figure was Jan Grochowski (1554-1609), a Polish poet and translator who gained recognition for his literary works.

In the 18th century, the Grochowski name was associated with several prominent individuals, including Stanisław Grochowski (1710-1783), a Polish Catholic priest and writer known for his religious treatises. Another notable figure was Franciszek Grochowski (1756-1836), a Polish military commander who played a role in the Kościuszko Uprising against Russian forces.

Moving into the 19th century, the Grochowski surname continued to be present in various parts of Poland, with some families establishing themselves in other regions of Eastern Europe. One notable bearer of the name was Ignacy Grochowski (1799-1867), a Polish physician and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of botany and zoology.

Throughout history, several places and villages in Poland have been named after the Grochowski family, reflecting their influence and presence in those areas. Examples include Grochowiska, Grochowice, and Grochów, a district in Warsaw that was the site of a significant battle during the November Uprising of 1830-1831.

While the Grochowski surname has its origins in Poland, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora. However, its roots remain firmly grounded in the rich history and cultural heritage of the Polish people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Grochowski

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

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

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