Explore the Family Name Leidich
The meaning of Leidich
German: variant of Leidig. This surname is very rare in Germany.
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How common is the last name Leidich in the United States?
According to data based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Leidich saw a slight decrease from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked as the 76,465th most popular in the United States, but it dropped to the 80,131st spot by 2010, marking a 4.79% decline. However, the actual count of individuals with the Leidich surname increased slightly during this period, from 234 to 237, indicating a growth rate of 1.28%. Despite this increase, the proportion per 100k of the population that carries the Leidich surname decreased by 11.11%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #76,465 | #80,131 | -4.79% |
| Count | 234 | 237 | 1.28% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.08 | -11.11% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Leidich
In terms of ethnicity, the Leidich surname is predominantly associated with individuals of White ethnic identity, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 94.87% of those with the Leidich surname identified as White, and this percentage rose to 97.47% by 2010. The data also showed a change for those who identify as Hispanic. In 2000, 3.85% of individuals with the Leidich surname identified as Hispanic, but this percentage dropped to 0% by 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the Leidich surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.87% | 97.47% | 2.74% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 3.85% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |