Explore the Family Name Edelen
The meaning of Edelen
English: unexplained.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Edelen in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Edelen has seen some changes over the years. In 2000, the surname was ranked 11,943 in terms of popularity and by 2010, it had dropped slightly to rank 12,320, marking a decrease of 3.16%. In terms of count, the number of individuals bearing the surname rose from 2,400 in 2000 to 2,524 in 2010, an increase of 5.17%. However, the proportion of people with the surname per 100,000 decreased marginally by 3.37% over the same decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #11,943 | #12,320 | -3.16% |
| Count | 2,400 | 2,524 | 5.17% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.89 | 0.86 | -3.37% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Edelen
When it comes to ethnicity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows a diverse range associated with the surname Edelen. Over the decade from 2000 to 2010, the percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native fell to zero, while the proportion of those identifying as Two or More Races saw a significant increase of 53.33%. The percentage of White individuals with the surname fell slightly by 1.86%, but still remained the most common ethnic identity at 73.73% in 2010. The Hispanic group showed notable growth, with their percentage increasing by 86.75%. The representation of the Black community remained fairly stable, with a slight increase of 0.42%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 75.13% | 73.73% | -1.86% |
| Black | 21.5% | 21.59% | 0.42% |
| Two or More Races | 1.5% | 2.3% | 53.33% |
| Hispanic | 0.83% | 1.55% | 86.75% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.38% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.67% | 0% | 0% |