Explore the Family Name Goettsche
The meaning of Goettsche
German (Göttsche): variant of Götsche, itself a variant of Götsch (see Gotsch). Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Reinhard, Uwe, Wilhelm.
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How common is the last name Goettsche in the United States?
Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Goettsche has seen a minor rise in popularity over the years. In 2000, it was ranked 70,906th in terms of most common surnames, but by 2010, its rank had improved to 69,392nd — an increase of approximately 2.14%. The number of individuals with this surname also grew from 257 in 2000 to 283 in 2010, marking a 10.12% increase. However, when looking at the proportion per 100,000 people, the increase is negligible, remaining steady at 0.1.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #70,906 | #69,392 | 2.14% |
| Count | 257 | 283 | 10.12% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Goettsche
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals bearing the surname Goettsche identify as White. In 2000, this figure stood at 97.28%, slightly decreasing to 96.82% in 2010. A small percentage, 1.95% in 2000 and increasing to 2.12% in 2010, identify as Hispanic. There was no recorded change for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.28% | 96.82% | -0.47% |
| Hispanic | 1.95% | 2.12% | 8.72% |
| 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% |