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

Mastowski, 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 Mastowski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Mastowski in America

Mastowski is the 103655th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Mastowski surname appeared 173 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 Mastowski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Mastowski 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 Mastowski

The surname Mastowski originates from Poland, with roots dating back to the 14th century. It is believed to have derived from the Polish word "mast," which means "fat" or "thick," suggesting that the name may have been initially given to someone with a stout or robust physique.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the Mastowski name can be found in the Tarnów Land Records of 1389, where a certain Jan Mastowski is mentioned as a landowner in the village of Żabno. This historical document provides valuable insight into the geographic distribution of the name during the Middle Ages.

Another notable mention of the Mastowski surname appears in the Księga Ławnicza Krakowska (Krakow Bench Book) from the 15th century, which contains legal records and court proceedings. In this manuscript, a merchant named Piotr Mastowski is documented as being involved in a trade dispute.

During the Renaissance period, the Mastowski name gained prominence in the region of Silesia, with several members of the family holding influential positions. One such individual was Andrzej Mastowski (1532-1598), a renowned Catholic clergyman who served as the Archbishop of Wrocław and played a significant role in the Counter-Reformation efforts in Poland.

In the 17th century, the Mastowski family established itself in the city of Gdańsk, where they were involved in maritime trade and commerce. Jakub Mastowski (1618-1687) was a prominent merchant and ship owner who contributed to the city's economic prosperity during this time.

Another notable figure was Katarzyna Mastowska (1760-1825), a Polish noblewoman and philanthropist who founded several charitable institutions in Warsaw, including an orphanage and a hospital. Her legacy and generosity left a lasting impact on the city's social welfare.

Throughout history, the Mastowski surname has been associated with various professions and social classes, from landowners and clergymen to merchants and nobles. While the name may have evolved in spelling and pronunciation over the centuries, its Polish roots and historical significance remain intact.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Mastowski

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

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

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