Explore the Family Name Boehringer
The meaning of Boehringer
German (Böhringer): habitational name for someone from any of the three places in Baden-Württemberg named Böhringen. The surname Boehringer is also found in France (Alsace). Compare Baringer and Behringer. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Hans, Orlo.
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How common is the last name Boehringer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Boehringer saw a slight decrease in rank from 38644 in 2000 to 39164 in 2010, reflecting a change of -1.35%. However, the count of individuals with this surname increased by 4.46% during the same period, going from 538 to 562. The proportion per 100,000 people slightly decreased by 5%, moving from 0.2 in 2000 to 0.19 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #38,644 | #39,164 | -1.35% |
| Count | 538 | 562 | 4.46% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.2 | 0.19 | -5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Boehringer
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the Boehringer surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. Individuals identifying as White remained the majority, though their percentage declined marginally from 92.94% to 91.28%. The Hispanic representation increased significantly, jumping from 4.65% to 6.76%. There was also a minor increase in the Asian/Pacific Islander category, which rose from 0.93% to 1.07%. The groups identifying as Two or more races, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native, however, did not show any significant changes during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.94% | 91.28% | -1.79% |
| Hispanic | 4.65% | 6.76% | 45.38% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.93% | 1.07% | 15.05% |
| Two or More Races | 0.93% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |