Explore the Family Name Koens
The meaning of Koens
Dutch: patronymic from Koen. Compare Koons.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Koens in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Koens has slightly increased over the years. In 2000, it was ranked 105,374 in terms of popularity in the U.S., and by 2010, it moved up to rank 104,156, indicating a 1.16% increase. The total count of individuals with this surname also saw a boost from 157 in 2000 to 172 in 2010, representing a 9.55% growth. Despite these changes, the proportion per 100,000 people remained unchanged at 0.06.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #105,374 | #104,156 | 1.16% |
| Count | 157 | 172 | 9.55% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Koens
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Koens, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, is predominantly White. In 2000, 93.63% of the individuals with this surname identified as White, and this rose to 95.35% by 2010, marking a 1.84% increase. In 2000, 3.18% of Koens identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native, but this number dropped to zero by 2010. There were no individuals with this surname who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or of two or more races during both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.63% | 95.35% | 1.84% |
| 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 | 3.18% | 0% | 0% |