Explore the Family Name Fiegel
The meaning of Fiegel
German: 1. metonymic occupational name for a fiddler, from the dialect word figele ‘fiddle, violin’ (from Late Latin figella). 2. diminutive of Fiege. 3. from a pet form of the personal name Vigil, Latin Vigilius. This surname is also found in France (Alsace and Lorraine). Compare Fickel and Figel. Some characteristic forenames: French Remy. German Kurt, Ernst.
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How common is the last name Fiegel in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Fiegel has seen a decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 28,088th most popular surname, with approximately 803 individuals bearing this name. However, by 2010, its rank had dropped to 32,485 and the count reduced to 708 individuals, marking a 15.65% decrease in rank and an 11.83% decrease in count. The proportion of people with the surname per 100,000 also declined by 20%, from 0.3 to 0.24.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #28,088 | #32,485 | -15.65% |
| Count | 803 | 708 | -11.83% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.3 | 0.24 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Fiegel
The same Decennial U.S. Census data sheds light on the ethnic identity related to the surname Fiegel. Predominantly associated with White ethnicity, there was a slight decrease of 0.92% in this association over a decade, going from 97.51% in 2000 to 96.61% in 2010. There were no recorded associations of this surname with Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities during both years. However, the representation of the Fiegel surname within the Hispanic community saw a significant increase of 127.59%, rising from 0.87% to 1.98%. Additionally, individuals identifying with two or more races and carrying this surname also increased by 45.98%, from 0.87% to 1.27% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.51% | 96.61% | -0.92% |
| Hispanic | 0.87% | 1.98% | 127.59% |
| Two or More Races | 0.87% | 1.27% | 45.98% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |