Explore the Family Name Hoschar
The meaning of Hoschar
Alsatian: Germanized form of French Haussaire, a nickname from haussaire ‘haughty, arrogant’, also ‘arrogant and brigandish soldier’. See also Hoshaw.
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How common is the last name Hoschar in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Hoschar has slightly decreased over the decade from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Hoschar was ranked 60,390th most common surname and was held by 312 individuals, a proportion of 0.12 per 100,000 people. By 2010, the rank had slipped to 72,332nd, with only 269 individuals bearing the surname that year, which amounts to 0.09 per 100,000 people. This represents a decrease in popularity of 19.77% in rank and 13.78% in count over the ten-year period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #60,390 | #72,332 | -19.77% |
| Count | 312 | 269 | -13.78% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.09 | -25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hoschar
When it comes to the ethnic identity associated with the surname Hoschar, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates it is predominantly white. In 2000, 97.44% of those with the surname identified as white. By 2010, this percentage had slightly decreased to 95.54%, a change of -1.95%. Interestingly, in 2000, 1.60% of Hoschars reported having two or more races, but by 2010, this number dropped to zero. The 2010 census also showed a new development: 2.23% of Hoschars identified as Hispanic. There was no record of any Hoschars identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.44% | 95.54% | -1.95% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.23% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.6% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |