Explore the Family Name Meekhof
The meaning of Meekhof
Dutch: habitational name from Meekhof, probably the name of a farm in Oldemarkt, Overijssel, of unexplained etymology. Some characteristic forenames: Dutch Gerrit.
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How common is the last name Meekhof in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Meekhof has seen a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 55,849th most popular name, while in 2010, it moved up to the 55,619th spot, marking a change of 0.41%. The number of individuals with this surname also rose during this time period, going from 343 in 2000 to 369 in 2010 — an increase of 7.58%. Despite these changes, the proportion of individuals with the surname Meekhof per 100,000 population remained the same at 0.13.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #55,849 | #55,619 | 0.41% |
| Count | 343 | 369 | 7.58% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.13 | 0.13 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Meekhof
Looking at the ethnic identity associated with the surname Meekhof, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that nearly all individuals with this surname identify as White. In 2000, this figure stood at 98.25%, decreasing slightly to 97.83% by 2010. No significant presence of this surname was found among Asian/Pacific Islanders, those identifying with two or more races, Hispanics, Blacks, or American Indian and Alaskan Natives during both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.25% | 97.83% | -0.43% |
| 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 | 0% | 0% | 0% |