Explore the Family Name Flach
The meaning of Flach
1. German: nickname (especially in the Silesian-Bohemian area) from Czech Vlach ‘foreigner’, denoting specifically someone who spoke a Romance language, in particular an Italian (see Vlach). 2. German: topographic name for someone living in flat terrain, from a variant of Middle Low German vlak ‘flat’, or a nickname for a person with an even voice or plain in appearance. 3. German: metonymic occupational name for a blacksmith, from Middle High German vlach ‘smooth, straight’. 4. Czech: nickname for a person plain in appearance, from Middle High German vlach, flach ‘smooth, flat’. Some characteristic forenames: German Ernst, Kurt, Mathias, Otto.
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How common is the last name Flach in the United States?
According to data based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Flach has seen a notable increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Flach was ranked 19,222 in terms of popularity, but by 2010 it had risen to 18,685, marking an increase of 2.79%. The number of people bearing the surname increased from 1,306 in 2000 to 1,471 in 2010, reflecting a growth of 12.63%. Consequently, the proportion of people named Flach per 100,000 also saw a rise of 4.17% over the same time period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #19,222 | #18,685 | 2.79% |
| Count | 1,306 | 1,471 | 12.63% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.48 | 0.5 | 4.17% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Flach
When considering ethnicity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that those bearing the surname Flach predominantly identify as White, with the percentage standing at 95.38% in 2010, down slightly from 97.55% in 2000. However, there were noticeable increases in the percentages of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic, which rose by 78.95% and 77.93% respectively from 2000 to 2010. Moreover, there was a significant increase in people identifying with two or more races, going from 0.46% in 2000 to 1.22% in 2010, indicating a change of 165.22%. No individuals with the surname Flach identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.55% | 95.38% | -2.22% |
| Hispanic | 1.45% | 2.58% | 77.93% |
| Two or More Races | 0.46% | 1.22% | 165.22% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.38% | 0.68% | 78.95% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |