Explore the Family Name Kuenstler
The meaning of Kuenstler
German (Künstler): nickname from Middle High German kunster, künst(en)er ‘knowledgeable or skilled man’, specifically an able trader or merchant.
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How common is the last name Kuenstler in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kuenstler's popularity saw a slight decrease in rank from 2000 to 2010, moving from the 50,178th most popular name to the 51,176th. However, the actual count of individuals with the Kuenstler surname increased by 3.83%, from 392 in 2000 to 407 in 2010. The proportion per 100,000 people dropped slightly during this decade, decreasing by 6.67%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,178 | #51,176 | -1.99% |
| Count | 392 | 407 | 3.83% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.14 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kuenstler
In terms of ethnicity, as per the Decennial U.S. Census, the majority of those bearing the Kuenstler surname identified as White, making up 98.47% in 2000 and 97.79% in 2010. Those identifying as Hispanic made up the next largest portion, at 1.28% in 2000, which decreased slightly to 1.23% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the Kuenstler surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, American Indian or Alaskan Native, or belonging to two or more races during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.47% | 97.79% | -0.69% |
| Hispanic | 1.28% | 1.23% | -3.91% |
| 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% |