Explore the Family Name Boelter
The meaning of Boelter
German (Bölter): occupational name for a maker of wooden bolts for crossbows, Middle High German bolter. Compare Bolter 3. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Claus, Erna, Franz, Frederich, Hans, Otto.
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How common is the last name Boelter in the United States?
The surname "Boelter" has seen a notable increase in popularity in the United States over a decade, as per data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, it was ranked 16,224 but by 2010, it had jumped to 14,965, marking a 7.76% increase in rank. The number of individuals with the Boelter surname also grew during this period, with a count of 1,637 people in 2000 rising to 1,976 in 2010, thus showcasing a significant 20.71% growth. Furthermore, the proportion of Boelters per 100,000 people increased by 9.84%, going from 0.61 to 0.67.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #16,224 | #14,965 | 7.76% |
| Count | 1,637 | 1,976 | 20.71% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.61 | 0.67 | 9.84% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Boelter
When it comes to the ethnic identity associated with the surname Boelter, there have been some shifts over the decade, according to the Decennial U.S. Census. A majority of Boelters identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with the percentage remaining relatively stable at around 93.65%. However, the percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander dropped by 42.62%, while those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native also decreased by 38.79%. Interestingly, the percentage of Boelters who identified with two or more races saw a significant increase of 53.49%. Hispanic representation within the Boelter surname also rose by 31.73%. The percentage of Black Boelters slightly decreased over the decade by 4.09%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.65% | 93.67% | 0.02% |
| Black | 2.69% | 2.58% | -4.09% |
| Hispanic | 1.04% | 1.37% | 31.73% |
| Two or More Races | 0.86% | 1.32% | 53.49% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.16% | 0.71% | -38.79% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.61% | 0.35% | -42.62% |