Explore the Family Name Koning
The meaning of Koning
Dutch; German (also Köning): from Middle Dutch coninc, Middle Low German konink ‘king’ (compare Koenig), a topographic or habitational name referring to a house or inn name, or a nickname for someone who gave himself royal airs, or a status name for the head of a craftmen’s guild, or a society of archers, or minstrels. Compare also De Koning and Koening. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Otto, Rainer.
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How common is the last name Koning in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname "Koning" has seen a slight decrease from 2000 to 2010. In 2000 it was ranked 17,943 out of all surnames in the United States, but by 2010 it had dropped slightly to a rank of 18,984. This represents a change of -5.8%. However, the total count of people with this surname remained consistent at 1,436 for both years. Accordingly, the proportion of the surname per 100,000 people decreased by 7.55%, from 0.53 to 0.49.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #17,943 | #18,984 | -5.8% |
| Count | 1,436 | 1,436 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.53 | 0.49 | -7.55% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Koning
Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the surname "Koning" identify as White, with percentages of 97.35 and 96.66 in 2000 and 2010 respectively. The proportion of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander decreased drastically from 0.97% to 0.49% between these years. The data also indicates an increase in the percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races, rising from 0.77% to 1.11%, and a notable growth in the Hispanic category, which increased from 0.49% to 1.39%. Meanwhile, no individuals with the surname "Koning" identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.35% | 96.66% | -0.71% |
| Hispanic | 0.49% | 1.39% | 183.67% |
| Two or More Races | 0.77% | 1.11% | 44.16% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.97% | 0.49% | -49.48% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |