Explore the Family Name Gertner
The meaning of Gertner
German and Jewish (Ashkenazic): variant of Gärtner ‘gardener’ (see Gartner). Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Alter, Chaim, Izidor, Mendel, Meyer, Shimon, Shmuel, Zalman.
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How common is the last name Gertner in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Gertner has seen a decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Gertner ranked as the 35,342nd most common surname in the United States, but by 2010 it had slipped to the 38,640th position, marking a decline of 9.33%. The total count of people carrying this surname also experienced a slight drop of 5.14%, decreasing from 603 individuals in 2000 to 572 in 2010. Consequently, the proportion per 100,000 people also reduced by 13.64%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #35,342 | #38,640 | -9.33% |
| Count | 603 | 572 | -5.14% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.22 | 0.19 | -13.64% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gertner
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Gertner, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the vast majority of individuals identify as White - 97.18% in 2000 and 95.80% in 2010, indicating a minor decline of 1.42%. Notably, the Hispanic representation saw a significant increase of 237.35% over the decade, growing from 0.83% to 2.8%. However, those identifying with two or more races decreased by 18.12%, representing 1.49% of Gertners in 2000 and 1.22% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of Gertners identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.18% | 95.8% | -1.42% |
| Hispanic | 0.83% | 2.8% | 237.35% |
| Two or More Races | 1.49% | 1.22% | -18.12% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |