Explore the Family Name Frolich
The meaning of Frolich
German and Jewish (Ashkenazic) (Frölich): see Froelich. Some characteristic forenames: German Fritz, Helmut.
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How common is the last name Frolich in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Frolich has seen a significant decrease in the United States. In 2000, Frolich was ranked 67,522 in terms of frequency compared to other surnames but by 2010, it had fallen to 80,678 - a drop of nearly 20%. The count of individuals with this surname also decreased from 273 in 2000 to 235 in 2010 - a downward shift of approximately 14%. The proportion per 100,000 people similarly declined by 20% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #67,522 | #80,678 | -19.48% |
| Count | 273 | 235 | -13.92% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.08 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Frolich
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnicity associated with the surname Frolich. The majority of people with this surname identify as White, though there was a minor decrease of 1.26% from 95.24% in 2000 to 94.04% in 2010. The Hispanic population with this surname saw an increase of over 16%, rising from 3.66% in 2000 to 4.26% in 2010. No individuals with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.24% | 94.04% | -1.26% |
| Hispanic | 3.66% | 4.26% | 16.39% |
| 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% |