Explore the Family Name Burtz
The meaning of Burtz
South German: nickname for a small man, from burz ‘rump, stump’. This surname is also found in France (Alsace). Some characteristic forenames: French Yvon.
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How common is the last name Burtz in the United States?
The surname Burtz, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, has seen a slight decline in popularity over a decade. In 2000, it held rank 66,073 but by 2010, it dropped down to rank 76,029, marking a decrease of 15.07%. The count of people with this surname also decreased from 280 in 2000 to 253 in 2010, indicating a drop of 9.64%. The proportion per 100k also saw a minor reduction, going from 0.1 in 2000 to 0.09 in 2010, which is a decrease of 10%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,073 | #76,029 | -15.07% |
| Count | 280 | 253 | -9.64% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.09 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Burtz
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Burtz, as per the Decennial U.S. Census data, White individuals make up the vast majority. In 2000, 95% of those with the Burtz surname identified as White, and this number was slightly lower at 94.07% in 2010. Interestingly, no individuals with the Burtz surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. The Black community, however, did see an increase. Whereas there were no Black individuals with the Burtz surname in 2000, by 2010, 1.98% identified as such.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95% | 94.07% | -0.98% |
| Black | 0% | 1.98% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |