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

Manuszak, 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 Manuszak surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Manuszak in America

Manuszak is the 72332nd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Manuszak surname appeared 269 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 Manuszak.

We can also compare 2010 data for Manuszak 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 Manuszak

The surname Manuszak originates from Poland, with roots dating back to the 16th century. It likely derived from the Polish word "manuś," which translates to "manual" or "handmade." This suggests that the name may have been given to someone who worked with their hands, such as a craftsman or artisan.

The earliest recorded instance of the name Manuszak can be traced back to a deed from the town of Krakow in 1587, where it was spelled "Manussiak." This variation in spelling was common during that era, as standardized spelling conventions were not yet established.

In the 17th century, the name appeared in various records throughout the regions of Silesia and Lesser Poland. One notable mention was in the parish records of the village of Olkusz, where a blacksmith named Jan Manuszak was listed as a resident in 1642.

As the name spread across Poland, it evolved into different spellings, such as "Manuschak" and "Manuszek." These variations were often influenced by regional dialects and the preferences of local scribes or record-keepers.

Throughout history, several individuals with the surname Manuszak have left their mark. One such person was Kazimierz Manuszak (1878-1945), a Polish painter and illustrator known for his landscapes and portraits. Another notable figure was Józef Manuszak (1902-1979), a Polish engineer and inventor who developed several innovations in the field of aviation.

In the literary world, Wanda Manuszak (1921-2006) was a renowned Polish writer and translator, best known for her translations of works by Dostoyevsky and Tolstoy. Andrzej Manuszak (1947-2012) was a respected Polish journalist and author who wrote extensively on political and social issues.

Another individual of note was Stanisław Manuszak (1917-1994), a Polish military officer who served during World War II and later became a prominent figure in the Polish resistance movement against the communist regime.

While the surname Manuszak is primarily found in Poland, it has also spread to other parts of the world through migration and diaspora communities. However, its roots and historical significance remain deeply rooted in Polish culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Manuszak

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

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

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