Explore the Family Name Koenecke
The meaning of Koenecke
German (Könecke): variant of Köneke (see Koeneke).
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How common is the last name Koenecke in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Koenecke has experienced a minor decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the name ranked 92,601 with 184 individuals bearing this surname, while in 2010, it dropped slightly in rank to 98,982 with 183 count. This represents a change of -6.89 in rank and a -0.54 decrease in count. The proportion per 100k also slightly diminished by 14.29% from 0.07 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #92,601 | #98,982 | -6.89% |
| Count | 184 | 183 | -0.54% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.06 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Koenecke
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the surname Koenecke identify as White. In 2000, 94.02% identified as such, and the number grew to 95.63% in 2010, marking a 1.71% increase. A small percentage, 3.26% in 2000 and slightly climbing to 3.28% in 2010, identified as Hispanic. There were no recorded instances of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, American Indian and Alaskan Native, or of two or more races during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.02% | 95.63% | 1.71% |
| Hispanic | 3.26% | 3.28% | 0.61% |
| 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% |