Explore the Family Name Beissel
The meaning of Beissel
South German (Swabia): from the Swabian word for a breeding boar, hence a nickname for someone who kept such an animal or was thought to resemble one in some way.
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How common is the last name Beissel in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Beissel has seen a slight decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Beissel was ranked 38,644th in popularity, and by 2010, it fell to 40,745th, marking a 5.44% decline. The count of individuals with this surname also saw a minimal drop from 538 to 536, which is equivalent to a 0.37% decrease. Furthermore, the proportion of people with the name Beissel per 100,000 decreased by 10% during the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #38,644 | #40,745 | -5.44% |
| Count | 538 | 536 | -0.37% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.2 | 0.18 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Beissel
When it comes to ethnicity identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data show that the majority of people with the surname Beissel identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, although there was a slight decline of 1.36% over the decade. This took the proportion from 96.65% down to 95.34%. There was a very small increase in those identifying as Hispanic, from 2.23% to 2.24%, marking a 0.45% change. However, no individuals with the surname Beissel identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.65% | 95.34% | -1.36% |
| Hispanic | 2.23% | 2.24% | 0.45% |
| 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% |