Explore the Family Name Arfsten
The meaning of Arfsten
German: altered form of Swedish Arvsten, an ornamental name composed of an unexplained first element (probably from a placename) + sten ‘stone’. History: The name migrated from Sweden to the island of Föhr in northwestern Germany and from there to the US. Some characteristic forenames: German Lorenz.
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How common is the last name Arfsten in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Arfsten declined between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Arfsten ranked 84,968th in popularity among all surnames in the United States. However, by 2010, it had fallen to 99,378th, showing a decrease of approximately 16.96%. The number of individuals bearing this name also decreased from 205 to 182 during this period, which is an 11.22% decline. Furthermore, the frequency of occurrence per 100,000 people fell by 25%, from 0.08 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #84,968 | #99,378 | -16.96% |
| Count | 205 | 182 | -11.22% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.06 | -25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Arfsten
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Arfsten, there were notable shifts between 2000 and 2010 as well, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. A majority of the population with this last name identified as White in both years, though the percentage dropped slightly from 94.63% in 2000 to 89.56% in 2010. There was no representation for Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native identities either year. However, the proportion of individuals identifying as Hispanic rose significantly, from 2.44% in 2000 to 5.49% in 2010 – an increase of 125%. There were reportedly no individuals who identified with two or more ethnicities.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.63% | 89.56% | -5.36% |
| Hispanic | 2.44% | 5.49% | 125% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |