Explore the Family Name Desser
The meaning of Desser
Jewish (Ashkenazic): habitational name for someone from the city of Dessau in Germany. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Chaim.
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How common is the last name Desser in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Desser has seen a decrease in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked 66,274 in terms of popularity, but by 2010, it had dropped to the 77,522 spot, indicating a decline of approximately 16.97%. The count of people with this surname also decreased from 279 in 2000 to 247 in 2010, marking an 11.47% reduction. The proportion of individuals named Desser per 100k people also fell by 20% over this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,274 | #77,522 | -16.97% |
| Count | 279 | 247 | -11.47% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.08 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Desser
The Decennial U.S. Census data regarding the ethnicity associated with the surname Desser indicates a predominantly white ethnic identity. In both 2000 and 2010, nearly 98% of those bearing the surname identified as white, with a slight increase of 0.50% over the decade. There were no recorded individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. However, there was a small emergence of Hispanic identity, with 2.02% identifying as such in 2010. This shows that while the Desser surname is primarily associated with the white ethnicity, there is a minor diversification occurring over time.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.49% | 97.98% | 0.5% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.02% | 0% |
| 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% |