Explore the Family Name Goecke
The meaning of Goecke
North German (Göcke): Low German form of Goedeke.
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How common is the last name Goecke in the United States?
Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Goecke has seen a slight increase in the United States between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Goecke ranked 36,328 in terms of its prevalence, but it rose to the rank of 35,993 by 2010, experiencing a change rate of 0.92%. The count of individuals with this surname also grew from 582 in 2000 to 623 in 2010, signifying a 7.04% increase. However, the proportion per 100,000 individuals slightly decreased by 4.55%, from 0.22 in 2000 to 0.21 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,328 | #35,993 | 0.92% |
| Count | 582 | 623 | 7.04% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.22 | 0.21 | -4.55% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Goecke
In regards to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the Goecke surname identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with an increase from 96.22% to 97.59%. During the same period, the number of people identifying as two or more races dropped from 1.72% to zero. There was also a decrease in the percentage of those identifying as Hispanic, going from 1.03% to 0.80%. There was no data recorded for individuals with the Goecke surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.22% | 97.59% | 1.42% |
| Hispanic | 1.03% | 0.8% | -22.33% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.72% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |