Explore the Family Name Heineck
The meaning of Heineck
German: variant of Heinecke. This surname was formerly also found in France (Alsace and Lorraine). Some characteristic forenames: French Joffre.
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How common is the last name Heineck in the United States?
The surname Heineck, as per the data from the Decennial U.S. Census, has seen a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the name ranked 74,398 in popularity, dropping to 76,029 in 2010, a change of -2.19%. However, the count of individuals bearing this surname increased slightly from 242 in 2000 to 253 in 2010, marking a growth rate of 4.55%. The proportion of people with this surname per 100k remained consistent at 0.09 over the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #74,398 | #76,029 | -2.19% |
| Count | 242 | 253 | 4.55% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Heineck
Regarding the ethnic identity tied to the surname Heineck, the Decennial U.S. Census indicates that it is predominantly associated with White ethnicity. As of 2010, 95.65% of those with this surname identified as White, showing a marginal decrease from 95.87% in 2000. The data shows no association of the Heineck surname with other ethnicities like Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for both years under consideration.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.87% | 95.65% | -0.23% |
| 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% |