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

Zinski, 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 Zinski surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Zinski in America

Zinski is the 89069th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Zinski surname appeared 208 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 Zinski.

We can also compare 2010 data for Zinski 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 Zinski

The surname Zinski finds its origins in Eastern Europe, particularly from the regions that are now modern-day Poland. The suffix -ski is of Polish origin and is often characterized by its noble and locative connotations. It denotes a connection to a place or a geographical location. The prefix Zin- is less clear but may be derived from a diminutive or nickname of a form such as "Zina" or "Zino," possibly related to a given name or a trait.

The name Zinski would have been first used to describe individuals from specific areas or estates, with the -ski suffix indicating nobility or a land-holding family. The geography and societal structure of medieval Poland allowed for the development of such surnames. This surname seems to be derived from place names ending in -zin or -zino, which are relatively common in Polish toponymy.

Historical records of the surname Zinski are sparse, with the name not appearing in many of the most ancient and well-documented texts. However, it is believed that the name Zinski surfaced around the early 16th century. One of the earliest recorded individuals with the surname was Janusz Zinski, a minor Polish noble born around 1523. Old records from local church registries often listed Janusz and his descendants.

Throughout history, the Zinski family was predominantly associated with regions now within the borders of Poland and occasionally with areas of the present-day Czech Republic and Belarus. An example is Anna Zinski, born in 1674, who is recorded in marriage documents in Krakow.

The surname can be seen evolving slightly in historical texts, appearing as Czynski or Czinski in some documents depending on regional dialects and transliteration practices. Despite these variations, the core structure of the name remained identifiable.

Leopold Zinski, born in 1792, became a notable military figure in the Napoleonic Wars, serving in the Polish Legions. His military service was influential, and records of his tenure were documented extensively in military archives.

Another significant figure was Maria Zinski, born in 1846, a known philanthropist who contributed extensively to local educational initiatives in Warsaw. Historical records from the era frequently mention her in the context of her charitable works.

In the late 19th century, Józef Zinski, born in 1878, emerged as a notable political figure in early 20th-century Poland with contributions to the development of local government structures. His work is mentioned in several political histories documenting Poland's transition during that period.

Lastly, Stefan Zinski, born in 1910, was a recognized academic and historian whose writings on medieval Polish history are still referenced today. His contributions to understanding Poland's medieval past have cemented his reputation in academic circles.

In sum, the Zinski surname carries a rich legacy intertwined with Polish noble and geographical traditions. From its early uses to its association with various notable individuals, the surname has maintained a presence in historical records spanning several centuries.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Zinski

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

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

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