Explore the Family Name Detzler
The meaning of Detzler
German: probably a status name or occupational name for a tax collector, from Middle High German taz ‘duty, tax, tribute’ (from Latin datium).
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How common is the last name Detzler in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Detzler has seen a shift in its popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 66,073rd most common surname, but by 2010 it had fallen to the 78,040th position, marking an overall decrease of 18.11%. The count of individuals carrying this surname also dropped from 280 to 245 during this decade, showing a decline of 12.5%. Consequently, the proportion of Detzlers per 100,000 people in the U.S. population decreased by 20.0%, from 0.1 to 0.08.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,073 | #78,040 | -18.11% |
| Count | 280 | 245 | -12.5% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.08 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Detzler
As for ethnicity, the census reveals that the majority of people with the Detzler surname identify as White, with little change between 2000 and 2010 (from 93.93% to 93.47%). There was no representation of Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnic identities among those with the Detzler surname in both years. However, there was a slight increase in the percentage of individuals who identified with two or more races, growing from 2.86% in 2000 to 3.27% in 2010. This indicates a growth of 14.34% over the decade. It's important to note that this data is based on the Decennial U.S. Census and reflects self-reported ethnic identity.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.93% | 93.47% | -0.49% |
| Two or More Races | 2.86% | 3.27% | 14.34% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |