Explore the Family Name Honeck
The meaning of Honeck
German: 1. habitational name from any of the places called Hoheneck. Compare Honegger. 2. from a personal name based on ancient Germanic hūn ‘bear cub’ (see Hone) + -ke diminutive suffix.
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How common is the last name Honeck in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Honeck has seen a slight decline in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 51,458th in terms of prevalence, but by 2010, it had fallen to rank 54,864, marking a decrease in popularity of 6.62%. Additionally, the number of individuals bearing the surname Honeck diminished from 380 in 2000 to 375 in 2010, reflecting a marginal reduction of 1.32% over the decade. The proportion per 100,000 people also fell by 7.14% during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #51,458 | #54,864 | -6.62% |
| Count | 380 | 375 | -1.32% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.13 | -7.14% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Honeck
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some changes over the ten year span. In 2000, nearly all (97.63%) individuals with the Honeck surname identified as White. By 2010, this percentage decreased slightly to 94.93%, showing a small shift in ethnic identity. Interestingly, the census began to record individuals identifying as Asian or Pacific Islander, Hispanic, and those of two or more races under the Honeck surname starting in 2010, with proportions of 1.33%, 1.87% and 1.60% respectively. There were no recorded changes for those identifying as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.63% | 94.93% | -2.77% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.87% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.6% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.33% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |