Explore the Family Name Denig
The meaning of Denig
German: from a vernacular short form of the personal name Anton(ius) (see Anthony). Compare Daney. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Fritz.
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How common is the last name Denig in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Denig has seen a decrease in popularity within the United States over the past decade. In 2000, the Denig surname was ranked 67,936 in popularity with 271 individuals carrying the name. However, by 2010 the rank had fallen to 80,131 with only 237 people bearing the name, representing a decrease of approximately 17.95% in rank and 12.55% in count. The proportion per 100k also decreased by 20.0% from 0.1 in 2000 to 0.08 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #67,936 | #80,131 | -17.95% |
| Count | 271 | 237 | -12.55% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.08 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Denig
In terms of ethnic identity, the majority of individuals with the Denig surname identify as White, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, about 94.46% of Denigs identified as White, which slightly increased to 94.94% by 2010. The percentage of those identifying as Hispanic saw a significant decrease, dropping 37.68% from 4.06% in 2000 to 2.53% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the Denig surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.46% | 94.94% | 0.51% |
| Hispanic | 4.06% | 2.53% | -37.68% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |