Explore the Family Name Altland
The meaning of Altland
German: name composed of elements meaning ‘old’ + ‘land’. This surname is rare in Germany.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Altland in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Altland has seen a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Altland ranked 25,098th in terms of popularity and rose to 24,352nd by 2010, representing a growth of nearly 3%. The count of individuals with this surname grew by 11% during the same period, from 927 to 1,029. The proportion of people named Altland per 100,000 also increased slightly, from 0.34 to 0.35.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #25,098 | #24,352 | 2.97% |
| Count | 927 | 1,029 | 11% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.34 | 0.35 | 2.94% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Altland
Concerning ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts over the decade. In 2000, almost all (98.49%) of those with the Altland surname identified as White, dropping slightly to 97.57% in 2010. There was a small representation among Hispanics, which decreased from 0.97% in 2000 to 0.78% in 2010. Interestingly, the data from 2010 showed new diversity within the Altland name bearers, with 0.49% identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and 0.58% reporting two or more races. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the surname Altland identifying as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.49% | 97.57% | -0.93% |
| Hispanic | 0.97% | 0.78% | -19.59% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0.58% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.49% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |