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

Jurkiewicz, 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 Jurkiewicz surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jurkiewicz in America

Jurkiewicz is the 29719th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jurkiewicz surname appeared 792 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 Jurkiewicz.

We can also compare 2010 data for Jurkiewicz 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 Jurkiewicz

The surname Jurkiewicz originates from Poland, with its earliest known instances dating back to the 16th century. It is derived from the Polish word "jurek," which means "little George," a diminutive form of the name Jerzy (George). This name likely originated as a patronymic or a reference to an ancestor named Jerzy or Jurek.

The earliest recorded mention of the surname Jurkiewicz can be found in the historical records of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, particularly in the regions of Masovia and Lesser Poland. At that time, surnames were becoming more common, often reflecting a person's occupation, physical characteristics, or place of origin.

One notable individual bearing this surname was Jan Jurkiewicz (1637-1719), a Polish nobleman and military officer who served in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth's army during the 17th century. He participated in several battles against the Swedish and Ottoman forces, earning recognition for his bravery and tactical skills.

Another historical figure was Andrzej Jurkiewicz (1771-1832), a Polish poet and writer who lived during the Age of Enlightenment. His works, which often explored themes of patriotism and national identity, were influential in shaping Polish literary traditions during a time of political turmoil.

In the 19th century, Józef Jurkiewicz (1819-1892) was a prominent Polish architect who designed several notable buildings in Warsaw, including the Polish Theatre and the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of the Polish Crown. His architectural style blended elements of Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque, leaving a lasting impact on the city's urban landscape.

During the early 20th century, Kazimierz Jurkiewicz (1886-1953) was a Polish mathematician and logician who made significant contributions to the field of set theory. He worked alongside renowned mathematicians such as Wacław Sierpiński and was a member of the prestigious Warsaw Scientific Society.

Another notable figure was Maria Jurkiewicz (1904-1985), a Polish actress and singer who achieved great popularity during the interwar period. She starred in numerous films and stage productions, becoming a beloved cultural icon in her home country.

While the surname Jurkiewicz originated in Poland and has a strong historical presence there, it has since spread to other parts of the world due to migration and displacement. However, its roots can be traced back to the small villages and towns of central and southern Poland, where it first emerged as a marker of familial identity and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jurkiewicz

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

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

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