Explore the Family Name Knetter
The meaning of Knetter
German: 1. probably an occupational name for a baker, from an agent noun derived from Middle High German kneten ‘to knead’. 2. alternatively, a habitational name for someone from Kneten in the Oldenburg area.
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How common is the last name Knetter in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Knetter has seen a slight decrease between 2000 and 2010. The rank of the name fell from 64,572 in 2000 to 67,519 in 2010, a decline of approximately 4.56%. However, interestingly, the actual count of individuals with the Knetter surname slightly increased from 288 to 292 during the same period, marking a growth rate of about 1.39%. This suggests that while the relative popularity of the name has declined, the absolute number of people named Knetter has risen marginally. The proportion of Knetters per 100,000 people also dropped by 9.09%, which means that this name is less common overall.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #64,572 | #67,519 | -4.56% |
| Count | 288 | 292 | 1.39% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.1 | -9.09% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Knetter
The Decennial U.S. Census data also reveals the prevalent ethnic identity associated with the surname Knetter. In both 2000 and 2010, the vast majority of Knetters identified as White, with percentages of 98.26% and 97.95% respectively, marking a minor decrease of 0.32% over the decade. There were no recorded instances of Knetters identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaska Native in either year. Furthermore, there was no change in the percentage of those identifying with two or more races, which remained at zero through both census years. This data suggests that the Knetter surname is predominantly associated with those of White ethnicity.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.26% | 97.95% | -0.32% |
| 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% |