Explore the Family Name Kallsen
The meaning of Kallsen
German: 1. habitational name from either of two places called Kalsen: near Plön, Holstein, and in fomer West Prussia. 2. patronymic from the personal name Karl.
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How common is the last name Kallsen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Kallsen has seen an increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Kallsen was ranked as the 66,878th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had risen to 63,218, marking a positive change of 5.47%. The count of individuals with the Kallsen surname also increased from 276 in 2000 to 316 in 2010, showing a 14.49% increase. The proportion of people named Kallsen per 100,000 also grew by 10%, from 0.1 in 2000 to 0.11 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,878 | #63,218 | 5.47% |
| Count | 276 | 316 | 14.49% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.11 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kallsen
In terms of ethnic identity, the Kallsen surname is predominantly associated with White ethnicity, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 97.83% of those with the Kallsen surname identified as White, although this decreased slightly to 96.20% in 2010. A small proportion identified as Hispanic, with this group increasing from 1.81% in 2000 to 3.16% in 2010, a significant growth rate of 74.59%. There were no recorded instances of the Kallsen surname among those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.83% | 96.2% | -1.67% |
| Hispanic | 1.81% | 3.16% | 74.59% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |