Explore the Family Name Knoblock
The meaning of Knoblock
Americanized form of German Knoblauch.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Knoblock in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Knoblock has seen an increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, this surname was ranked 24,701 in terms of its prevalence, but by 2010 it had moved up to rank 22,319, reflecting a rise of 9.64%. The number of individuals bearing this surname also grew from 947 in 2000 to 1,155 in 2010, indicating a substantial increase of 21.96%. The proportion of people with this surname per 100,000 also rose by 11.43% over the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #24,701 | #22,319 | 9.64% |
| Count | 947 | 1,155 | 21.96% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.35 | 0.39 | 11.43% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Knoblock
As for ethnic identity, the majority of individuals with the surname Knoblock identify as White according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. This group constituted 96.73% in 2000 and slightly decreased to 95.15% in 2010. Meanwhile, those identifying as Hispanic saw the most significant change, with their proportion growing from 1.48% in 2000 to 3.29% in 2010, representing an impressive 122.30% increase. The Asian/Pacific Islander category experienced a decrease from 0.63% to 0.52%, and those who identified with two or more races also declined from 0.84% to 0.61%. The percentages for Black and American Indian and Alaskan Native were suppressed for privacy.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.73% | 95.15% | -1.63% |
| Hispanic | 1.48% | 3.29% | 122.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.84% | 0.61% | -27.38% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.63% | 0.52% | -17.46% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |