Explore the Family Name Berkner
The meaning of Berkner
German: variant of Bergner. Some characteristic forenames: German Heinz, Horst, Klaus, Lutz.
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How common is the last name Berkner in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Berkner has seen some changes between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the name was ranked 57,544th in terms of popularity and rose to a ranking of 60,347 in 2010, marking a slight decrease of approximately 4.87%. The total count of people having this surname increased marginally from 331 to 334 during the same period, showing a growth rate of 0.91%. However, when considering the proportion per 100,000 people, there was an 8.33% decrease from 0.12 in 2000 to 0.11 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,544 | #60,347 | -4.87% |
| Count | 331 | 334 | 0.91% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.11 | -8.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Berkner
Regarding the ethnic identity linked to the surname Berkner, the census data reveals that it is predominantly associated with the White ethnicity. In 2000, around 96.68% of the individuals with the Berkner surname identified as White, which increased to 98.80% by 2010. There were no recorded instances of this surname among Asian/Pacific Islanders, Hispanics, Blacks, or American Indian and Alaskan Natives in either year. In 2000, a small percentage (2.42%) identified as two or more races, but this figure dropped to zero by 2010. This information is derived from the Decennial U.S. Census data and helps to provide a snapshot of the ethnic distribution of the Berkner surname in the U.S.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.68% | 98.8% | 2.19% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 2.42% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |