Explore the Family Name Dantzler
The meaning of Dantzler
Altered form of German Dänzler, an occupational name for a professional acrobat or entertainer, Middle High German tenzeler. Compare Tanzer.
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How common is the last name Dantzler in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Dantzler has gained popularity over the years. In 2000, the name was ranked 8,357th, and by 2010 it had moved up to the 8,036th position, marking a rise of 3.84%. The number of people with this surname also increased significantly from 3,640 in 2000 to 4,117 in 2010, reflecting a 13.1% increase. The proportion per 100,000 people carrying this surname increased from 1.35 to 1.4, showing a growth of 3.7%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #8,357 | #8,036 | 3.84% |
| Count | 3,640 | 4,117 | 13.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 1.35 | 1.4 | 3.7% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dantzler
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Dantzler. It showed that the largest percentage of people with this surname identified as Black in both 2000 (70.36%) and 2010 (70.08%), despite a marginal decrease. White representation fell by 6.33% over the decade, while the Hispanic group saw a notable increase of over 102%. The Asian/Pacific Islander group and those identifying with two or more races also saw increases of 37.5% and 49.2%, respectively. However, the American Indian and Alaskan Native group experienced a slight decline of 4%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 70.36% | 70.08% | -0.4% |
| White | 26.4% | 24.73% | -6.33% |
| Two or More Races | 1.87% | 2.79% | 49.2% |
| Hispanic | 0.96% | 1.94% | 102.08% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.25% | 0.24% | -4% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.16% | 0.22% | 37.5% |