Explore the Family Name Gertken
The meaning of Gertken
North German: from a pet form of the personal name Gert (see Gerth).
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How common is the last name Gertken in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Gertken has seen a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 70,052 in popularity with a count of 261 individuals bearing the name. By 2010, it rose to rank 67,318 with a count of 293 individuals, marking a 12.26% increase in the number of people with this surname. The proportion per 100k remained stable at 0.1, indicating that despite the rise in numbers, the overall ratio of people with the Gertken surname relative to the total population remained the same.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #70,052 | #67,318 | 3.9% |
| Count | 261 | 293 | 12.26% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gertken
When examining the ethnicity associated with the surname Gertken, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals a consistent ethnic identity over the decade. In both 2000 and 2010, there were no recorded instances of the Gertken surname among Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native populations. The vast majority, approximately 97%, identify as White. This percentage saw a minor increase from 97.70% in 2000 to 97.95% in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.7% | 97.95% | 0.26% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |