Explore the Family Name Bergfeld
The meaning of Bergfeld
German: habitational name from any of various places called Bergfeld in northern Germany, for example near Brunswick.
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How common is the last name Bergfeld in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname "Bergfeld" showed a slight increase from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the name ranked 35,288th in popularity, with 604 individuals bearing this surname. By 2010, it had moved up to rank 34,916 and was carried by 646 people, marking a growth of 6.95%. The proportion per 100k population remained steady at 0.22.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #35,288 | #34,916 | 1.05% |
| Count | 604 | 646 | 6.95% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.22 | 0.22 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Bergfeld
The ethnic identity associated with the surname "Bergfeld" also experienced changes according to the Decennial U.S. Census. The majority of individuals with this surname identified as White, although there was a slight decrease from 97.68% in 2000 to 94.27% in 2010. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. There was an increase in those identifying as Hispanic, from 1.16% to 2.79%, and Black, from 0% to 0.93%. In 2010, 1.55% of individuals with this surname identified as having two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.68% | 94.27% | -3.49% |
| Hispanic | 1.16% | 2.79% | 140.52% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.55% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0.93% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |