Explore the Family Name Juniel

The meaning of Juniel

North German: perhaps a shortened form of Jungnickel, equivalent to Nikolaus junior, a distinguishing name (see Nikolaus).

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How common is the last name Juniel in the United States?

Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Juniel has seen a modest increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked the 46,426th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had climbed to 43,811th place, reflecting a rise of 5.63%. The count of individuals with this surname also increased from 432 to 492 during the same period, marking a growth rate of 13.89%. Consequently, the proportion of people named Juniel per 100,000 residents marginally rose from 0.16 to 0.17.

20002010Change
Rank#46,426#43,8115.63%
Count43249213.89%
Proportion per 100k0.160.176.25%

Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Juniel

When examining the ethnic identity linked to the Juniel surname as per the Decennial U.S. Census, several changes were noted from 2000 to 2010. Although there was no recorded Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native representation, other ethnicities showed variation. A quarter decrease (-25.58%) was noticed among those identifying with two or more races. Yet, the Hispanic population took an upward swing with a significant 38.07% increase. The White demographic remained relatively stable, showing only a slight increment of 0.41%. However, the Black community, making up the majority at over 85%, experienced a minor decline of 1.46%.

20002010Change
Black87.04%85.77%-1.46%
Hispanic4.86%6.71%38.07%
White4.86%4.88%0.41%
Two or More Races3.01%2.24%-25.58%
Asian/Pacific Islander0%0%0%
American Indian and Alaskan Native0%0%0%