Explore the Family Name Gaetz
The meaning of Gaetz
German (Gätz): variant of Gade.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Gaetz in the United States?
According to data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname 'Gaetz' saw a slight increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Gaetz ranked 46,614 in terms of popularity, but by 2010 it had improved its standing to 44,576 – a change of 4.37%. The count of individuals with this surname also grew during this period, increasing from 430 in 2000 to 482 in 2010, marking a rise of 12.09%. However, despite these increases, the proportion of Gaetz per 100k people remained steady at 0.16.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #46,614 | #44,576 | 4.37% |
| Count | 430 | 482 | 12.09% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.16 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gaetz
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insight into the ethnic identity associated with the surname 'Gaetz'. As of 2000, the majority (94.19%) identified as White, which slightly increased to 95.02% by 2010. A small percentage identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Hispanic, with both groups seeing changes over the decade. Specifically, the percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander decreased by 30.62%, while the Hispanic population increased by 25%. Those identifying as two or more races decreased by 11.43%. There were no individuals who identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.19% | 95.02% | 0.88% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 2.09% | 1.45% | -30.62% |
| Hispanic | 1.16% | 1.45% | 25% |
| Two or More Races | 1.4% | 1.24% | -11.43% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |