Explore the Family Name Dearolf
The meaning of Dearolf
Americanized form of German Dierolf.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Dearolf in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Dearolf has seen a rise in popularity over the years. In 2000, the surname ranked 100,663 in terms of popularity with 166 individuals having this name. By 2010, the rank had improved slightly to 98,553 as the number of people with this surname increased to 184 - indicating a growth rate of 10.84 percent. However, the proportion per 100,000 individuals remained unchanged at 0.06.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #100,663 | #98,553 | 2.1% |
| Count | 166 | 184 | 10.84% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dearolf
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the surname Dearolf identify as White. In 2000, about 96.39 percent of individuals identified as White, and this figure saw a slight increase to 98.91 percent by 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals with this surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010. Similarly, there were no individuals identifying with two or more races during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.39% | 98.91% | 2.61% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |