Explore the Family Name Koenigsberg
The meaning of Koenigsberg
German and Jewish (Ashkenazic) (Königsberg): see Konigsberg. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Mordecai, Avi, Yaakov.
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How common is the last name Koenigsberg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Koenigsberg experienced a slight decrease between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 34,038 in popularity with a count of 631 individuals carrying the name, representing a proportion of 0.23 per 100,000 people. By 2010, the rank dropped to 36,630 with a count of 610, indicating a proportion of 0.21 per 100,000. This represents a 7.62% reduction in ranking and a 3.33% drop in count, showing a reduced prevalence of the Koenigsberg surname over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #34,038 | #36,630 | -7.62% |
| Count | 631 | 610 | -3.33% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.23 | 0.21 | -8.7% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Koenigsberg
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that the majority of individuals with the Koenigsberg surname identified as White, at 96.67% in 2000 which slightly decreased to 95.08% by 2010. The census shows no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black in either year. Individuals identifying as two or more races were recorded at 1.27% in 2000, decreasing to 0.98% in 2010. Notably, there was a significant increase in those identifying as Hispanic, rising from 0.95% in 2000 to 3.11% in 2010, marking a 227.37% change. No Koenigsberg individuals identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.67% | 95.08% | -1.64% |
| Hispanic | 0.95% | 3.11% | 227.37% |
| Two or More Races | 1.27% | 0.98% | -22.83% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |