Explore the Family Name Blechschmidt
The meaning of Blechschmidt
German: occupational name for a worker in tin, a variant of Blech (from Middle High German blech ‘tin’) with the addition of Schmidt ‘smith’ (from Middle High German smit). Compare Blacksmith.
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How common is the last name Blechschmidt in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the Blechschmidt surname ranked 112,967 in popularity in 2000 and rose to 108,734 by 2010, marking a 3.75% increase over the decade. The number of individuals bearing this last name also increased during this period from 144 to 163, showing a growth rate of 13.19%. Consequently, the proportion of people named Blechschmidt per 100,000 individuals also grew from 0.05 to 0.06, reflecting a relative rise of 20%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #112,967 | #108,734 | 3.75% |
| Count | 144 | 163 | 13.19% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.05 | 0.06 | 20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Blechschmidt
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that the vast majority of individuals with the Blechschmidt surname identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with a slight 0.04% increase over the decade. During this same period, the percentage of those identifying with two or more ethnicities dropped by 26.38% from 4.17 to 3.07. No individuals with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.44% | 94.48% | 0.04% |
| Two or More Races | 4.17% | 3.07% | -26.38% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |