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

Wasinski, 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 Wasinski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Wasinski in America

Wasinski is the 135593rd most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Wasinski surname appeared 124 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 Wasinski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Wasinski 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 Wasinski

The surname Wasinski originated in Poland, with the earliest known records dating back to the 16th century. It is believed to be derived from the Polish word "wąski," meaning "narrow," suggesting a connection to a person who lived in a narrow area or a place with a narrow geographical feature.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Wasinski can be found in the Parish Records of St. John's Church in Krakow, Poland, where a certain Andrzej Wasinski was mentioned in 1587. This suggests that the name was already well-established in the region by that time.

In the 17th century, the Wasinski name appeared in various historical documents, including land records and court proceedings. Notable figures from this era include Jan Wasinski (1612-1678), a prominent merchant and landowner in the village of Brzesko, and Katarzyna Wasinska (1645-1712), a respected midwife and herbalist in the town of Kazimierz Dolny.

The 18th century saw the Wasinski name spread further across Poland, with several members of the family establishing themselves in different regions. One notable figure was Franciszek Wasinski (1732-1798), a respected scholar and professor of philosophy at the University of Krakow.

As the Wasinski family continued to grow and spread throughout the 19th century, they left their mark in various fields. Józef Wasinski (1819-1892) was a renowned painter whose works are still displayed in several galleries across Poland. Anna Wasinska (1845-1918) was a celebrated writer and poet, known for her powerful works that highlighted the struggles of Polish women during that era.

In the early 20th century, the Wasinski name gained international recognition with the achievements of Stanisław Wasinski (1901-1977), a pioneering engineer who made significant contributions to the development of early aviation technology. His innovative designs played a crucial role in the advancement of aircraft during that time.

Throughout its rich history, the surname Wasinski has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, from artists and scholars to merchants and professionals. While the origins of the name can be traced back to 16th century Poland, its legacy has transcended borders and continues to be a part of the cultural tapestry of many communities around the world.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Wasinski

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

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

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