Explore the Family Name Fiechter
The meaning of Fiechter
German and Swiss German: variant of Fichter. This surname is also found in France (mainly Alsace). Some characteristic forenames: French Jacques, Michel.
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How common is the last name Fiechter in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Fiechter has seen a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Fiechter was the 57,544th most common surname, and by 2010, it had moved up to the 56,972nd spot, reflecting a growth rate of about 0.99 percent. The number of people carrying the Fiechter surname also rose from 331 in 2000 to 358 in 2010, marking an 8.16 percent increase. However, the proportion of Fiechters per 100,000 people remained unchanged at 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,544 | #56,972 | 0.99% |
| Count | 331 | 358 | 8.16% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Fiechter
When it comes to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the Fiechter surname identified as White in both 2000 and 2010. Specifically, the percentage of White Fiechters increased from 94.56 percent in 2000 to 97.21 percent in 2010, a rise of 2.80 percent. Meanwhile, the percentage of those identifying as Hispanic saw a decrease from 4.83 percent in 2000 to 2.51 percent in 2010, a substantial drop of 48.03 percent. There were no recorded changes for ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native, which all maintained a zero percentage across both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.56% | 97.21% | 2.8% |
| Hispanic | 4.83% | 2.51% | -48.03% |
| 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% |