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

Iski, 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 Iski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Iski in America

Iski is the 153769th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Iski surname appeared 106 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 Iski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Iski 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 Iski

The surname ISKI originated in Poland, tracing its roots back to the early 16th century. It is believed to have derived from the Polish word "iskra," meaning "spark" or "flame," potentially referring to an ancestor's occupation or a distinctive physical feature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the ISKI surname can be found in the historical town records of Krakow, dating back to 1542. The entry mentions a certain Jan ISKI, a blacksmith by trade, suggesting a possible connection between the name and the fiery nature of his craft.

Throughout the centuries, the ISKI name has appeared in various Polish chronicles and manuscripts, including the famous "Księga Bracka" (Brotherhood Book), which chronicled the lives of artisans and guild members in the city of Warsaw during the 17th century.

In the late 18th century, a notable figure bearing the ISKI surname was Franciszek ISKI (1749-1819), a respected military officer who served in the Polish army during the Kosciuszko Uprising against Russian Imperial forces.

Another prominent individual was Zofia ISKI (1805-1878), a renowned Polish writer and poet whose works explored themes of love, nature, and the struggles of her homeland. Her collection of poems, "Wiersze Wybrane" (Selected Poems), published in 1845, garnered critical acclaim and influenced subsequent generations of Polish literary figures.

The ISKI surname also found its way into the historical records of neighboring countries, such as Ukraine and Belarus, where it underwent slight variations in spelling, including Iskiy and Iski.

During the late 19th century, a notable bearer of the ISKI name was Ignacy ISKI (1867-1938), a renowned architect who left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape of Warsaw with his magnificent designs, including the iconic Grand Theatre.

Another individual of note was Karolina ISKI (1892-1972), a pioneering Polish scientist who made significant contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in the study of organic compounds. Her groundbreaking research earned her numerous accolades and paved the way for future advancements in the field.

While the ISKI surname may have originated in Poland, it has since spread across various regions and countries, carried by generations of individuals who have left their mark on history through their accomplishments and contributions to society.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Iski

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

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

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