Explore the Family Name Butzin
The meaning of Butzin
German (Bützin): habitational name from a place so named in Mecklenburg-West Pomerania. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Otto.
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How common is the last name Butzin in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Butzin saw a slight decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 48,469th most common surname and slid to 50,659th place by 2010 - a drop of 4.52%. The number of individuals with this name, however, marginally increased from 409 in 2000 to 412 in 2010, marking a 0.73% growth. Nevertheless, its proportion per 100,000 people dipped by 6.67%, demonstrating a less frequent appearance overall.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,469 | #50,659 | -4.52% |
| Count | 409 | 412 | 0.73% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.14 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Butzin
In terms of ethnicity, the Butzin surname is predominantly associated with white heritage, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 94.62% identified as white, slipping slightly to 93.69% in 2010. Individuals identifying as having two or more ethnicities increased significantly from 1.71% to 2.67%, showing a 56.14% change over the decade. There was also noticeable growth in those identifying as Hispanic, rising from 0% to 1.46%. Meanwhile, those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native decreased by 11.82%, and no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.62% | 93.69% | -0.98% |
| Two or More Races | 1.71% | 2.67% | 56.14% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.2% | 1.94% | -11.82% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.46% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |