Explore the Family Name Kunzler
The meaning of Kunzler
1. patronymic from Kunzel, see Kunzelman.German (Künzler): 2. nickname for a flatterer, from an agent derivative of Middle High German künzen ‘to flatter’. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Markus, Wilhelm.
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How common is the last name Kunzler in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Kunzler has seen a rise in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked at 33,169 and this rank improved to 31,285 by 2010, marking an increase of 5.68%. The number of people with the Kunzler surname also increased from 650 to 741 during this period, showing a growth rate of 14%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #33,169 | #31,285 | 5.68% |
| Count | 650 | 741 | 14% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.24 | 0.25 | 4.17% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kunzler
When it comes to the ethnic identity associated with the surname Kunzler, there are some shifts noted between 2000 and 2010 as per the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, almost all (99.23%) of individuals with the Kunzler name identified as White. By 2010, this proportion had slightly decreased to 97.3%. There were also new instances of the surname being associated with other ethnicities. For instance, by 2010, 1.08% of people with the surname identified as Hispanic, while 0.67% reported belonging to two or more races. However, no individuals with the surname Kunzler identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.23% | 97.3% | -1.94% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.08% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0.67% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |