Explore the Family Name Hoberg
The meaning of Hoberg
German and Danish: habitational name from any of various places with this name or a variant of it, for example Hohberg or Hoberge. Some characteristic forenames: German Elfriede, Gunter, Manfred, Otto, Wenzel, Wolfgang. Scandinavian Anders, Erik, Jorgen.
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How common is the last name Hoberg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Hoberg saw a notable decrease between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 28,994 in terms of prevalence, but by 2010, it had slipped to 31,329, reflecting a change of -8.05 percent. The number of individuals bearing this surname also declined from 771 to 740, indicating a drop of -4.02 percent. The proportion per 100k people reduced from 0.29 to 0.25, showing a decline of -13.79 percent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #28,994 | #31,329 | -8.05% |
| Count | 771 | 740 | -4.02% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.29 | 0.25 | -13.79% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hoberg
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the Hoberg surname according to the Decennial U.S. Census, there has been a slight shift over the decade. In 2000, the vast majority (96.11%) were White, decreasing slightly to 95.27% in 2010. There was a small increase in those identifying as Hispanic, from 1.30% to 1.62%. The Asian/Pacific Islander category rose from zero to 1.35%, while those identifying with two or more races increased from 1.17% to 1.35%. The percentage for American Indian and Alaskan Native fell to zero in 2010, having been 0.78% in 2000. There were no individuals identifying as Black in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.11% | 95.27% | -0.87% |
| Hispanic | 1.3% | 1.62% | 24.62% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.35% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.17% | 1.35% | 15.38% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.78% | 0% | 0% |