Explore the Family Name Federer
The meaning of Federer
German, Swiss German, and Jewish (Ashkenazic): occupational name for a trader in feathers or quill pens, or an upholsterer, from Feder + agent suffix -er.
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How common is the last name Federer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Federer has seen a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Federer was ranked 33,020th in terms of frequency, and by 2010 it had jumped to 32,365th. This reflects a modest rise of about 1.98%. The actual count of individuals with the surname Federer also increased during this period, going from 654 to 711, which represents an 8.72% increase. However, when considering the proportion per 100,000 people, there was no notable change between 2000 and 2010, remaining at 0.24.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #33,020 | #32,365 | 1.98% |
| Count | 654 | 711 | 8.72% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.24 | 0.24 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Federer
In regard to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the surname Federer identify as white. In 2000, this group constituted 98.01% of all Federers, decreasing slightly to 97.19% in 2010. There was also a small percentage (0.92% in 2000, 1.13% in 2010) who identified as Hispanic. Interestingly, there was a noticeable change in those identifying as two or more races, from none in 2000 to 1.27% in 2010. Meanwhile, there were no Federers who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.01% | 97.19% | -0.84% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.27% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0.92% | 1.13% | 22.83% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |