Explore the Family Name Katzenberg
The meaning of Katzenberg
1. German: habitational name from any of minor places called Katzenberg in Hesse and Saxony. 2. Jewish (Ashkenazic): artificial elaboration of Katz 1, from German Katze ‘cat’ + Berg ‘hill’ (compare 1 above).
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How common is the last name Katzenberg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Katzenberg has decreased somewhat over the last decade. In 2000, Katzenberg was ranked 91,801 in terms of popularity among surnames, but by 2010, it had dropped to 97,671—a decrease of 6.39%. Despite this drop in rank, the actual count of individuals with this surname remained steady at 186 from 2000 to 2010. The proportion per 100,000 people also saw a slight decrease, from 0.07 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010, which represents a 14.29% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #91,801 | #97,671 | -6.39% |
| Count | 186 | 186 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.06 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Katzenberg
Looking at the ethnic identity associated with the surname Katzenberg, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that nearly all individuals with this surname identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with a consistent percentage of 98.39. No significant changes were observed in the percentages for other ethnicities, including Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native. All these categories maintained a 0% representation in both years. This data suggests that the surname Katzenberg holds a strong connection to White ethnicity.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.39% | 98.39% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |