Explore the Family Name Dreessen
The meaning of Dreessen
North German, Dutch, and Flemish (Limburg): patronymic from the personal name Drees. The surname of Flemish or German origin is also found in Wallonia.
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How common is the last name Dreessen in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Dreessen has seen an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 63,812 in terms of popularity, but by 2010 it had risen to rank 61,123 — a positive change of 4.21%. Furthermore, the count of individuals bearing the Dreessen surname increased from 292 to 329 during this time period, indicating a growth rate of 12.67%. Despite these changes, the proportion of Dreessens per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #63,812 | #61,123 | 4.21% |
| Count | 292 | 329 | 12.67% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dreessen
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the Dreessen surname identify as White, with a slight decrease from 95.21% in 2000 to 94.83% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying as belonging to two or more ethnicities slightly decreased from 2.05% to 1.82%, marking a decrease of 11.22%. The Hispanic population within the Dreessen surname increased from 1.71% to 1.82%, a change of 6.43%. No individuals with the Dreessen surname identified as Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.21% | 94.83% | -0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 2.05% | 1.82% | -11.22% |
| Hispanic | 1.71% | 1.82% | 6.43% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |