Mankiewicz
A Polish surname likely derived from the personal name "Mankiewicz" meaning "son of Manko/Maniek".
According to the 2010 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 308 Americans carry the last name Mankiewicz. That puts it at #73,215 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.09 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 1,112,839 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Mankiewicz surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
308
1 in 1,112,839
Census rank
#73,215
2010 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.1
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
265
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 265 bearers of the surname Mankiewicz in its 2010 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 73215th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Mankiewicz, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.0%.
Origin
Meaning and origin of Mankiewicz
The surname Mankiewicz is of Polish origin, derived from the Polish toponym "Mańkowice," a village in the Silesian region of southwestern Poland. The name is believed to have emerged in the 16th century, with the earliest known records dating back to the late 1500s.
One of the earliest documented instances of the Mankiewicz name can be found in the parish records of the town of Mańkowice, where a certain Jan Mankiewicz was recorded as a resident in 1583. This suggests that the name may have originated as a locative surname, indicating an individual's place of origin or residence.
During the 17th and 18th centuries, the Mankiewicz name began to spread beyond the confines of Mańkowice, with various branches of the family settling in other parts of Poland. Notable individuals from this period include Andrzej Mankiewicz (1630-1698), a prominent landowner and nobleman in the Kraków region.
As the 19th century dawned, the Mankiewicz name gained further prominence, particularly in the realm of literature and the arts. One of the most celebrated figures bearing this surname was Herman Mankiewicz (1897-1953), an American screenwriter and playwright. He co-wrote the Academy Award-winning screenplay for the classic film "Citizen Kane" alongside Orson Welles.
Another notable Mankiewicz was Joseph L. Mankiewicz (1909-1993), a highly acclaimed American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He won four Academy Awards, including two for Best Director for the films "A Letter to Three Wives" (1949) and "All About Eve" (1950).
In the field of journalism, Frank Mankiewicz (1924-2014) made a significant impact as a political commentator and author. He served as a press secretary for Robert F. Kennedy and was an influential figure in American politics.
Lastly, Tom Mankiewicz (1942-2010) was a prominent American screenwriter and director, known for his work on films such as "Superman" (1978) and "Dragnet" (1987). He was the son of Herman Mankiewicz and carried on the family's legacy in the entertainment industry.
While the Mankiewicz surname has its roots in the small Polish village of Mańkowice, it has since transcended geographical boundaries and left an indelible mark on various fields, from literature and filmmaking to journalism and politics.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Mankiewicz
Among Census respondents with the surname Mankiewicz, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.0%.
The bar chart below shows how Mankiewicz bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2010 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Mankiewicz surname at the time of the 2010 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White97.0%
Year on year
2010 vs 2010 Census
How has the Mankiewicz surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
| Metric | 2010 | 2010 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #73,215 | #73,215 | 0.0% |
| Count | 265 | 265 | 0.0% |
| Per 100K | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2010 Census, the number of Mankiewicz bearers went from 265 to 265 (+0.0% change). The surname held its position in the national ranking, going from #73,215 to #73,215.
Notable bearers
Famous people with the surname Mankiewicz
FAQ
Mankiewicz surname: questions and answers
How common is the last name Mankiewicz?
The surname Mankiewicz holds position #73,215 in the US Census Bureau's surname ranking, with an estimated 308 living bearers. It occurs at a rate of 0.09 per 100,000 Americans.
What is the ethnic background of the Mankiewicz surname?
Among Census respondents with the surname Mankiewicz, the largest self-reported group is White at 97.0%. These figures come from the 2010 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Where does this surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These tables list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2010 Census, along with a frequency rate and self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.