Explore the Family Name Kieschnick
The meaning of Kieschnick
Germanized form of Sorbian Khěžnik: from the Upper Sorbian feudal status name khěžnik ‘cottager’. Some characteristic forenames: German Fritz, Kurt.
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How common is the last name Kieschnick in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kieschnick has maintained a consistent level of popularity over the past decade. In 2000, it ranked 50,686 in popularity and slightly increased to 50,659 in 2010, indicating a marginal growth rate of 0.05%. The count of people bearing this surname also rose from 387 in 2000 to 412 in 2010, reflecting a rise of 6.46%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained the same at 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,686 | #50,659 | 0.05% |
| Count | 387 | 412 | 6.46% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kieschnick
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of people with the Kieschnick surname identify as White, accounting for 96.90% in 2000 and decreasing slightly to 96.12% in 2010. There was no representation from the Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native communities in either year. Interestingly, there was a new emergence of individuals identifying as Hispanic in 2010, making up 2.67% of those with the Kieschnick surname. Data shows that there was a drop in those identifying as 'Two or more races' from 1.55% in 2000 to no representation in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.9% | 96.12% | -0.8% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.67% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.55% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |