Explore the Family Name Meinecke
The meaning of Meinecke
North German: from a pet form of Mein 1. Some characteristic forenames: German Gerd, Gerhard, Inge, Kurt, Eberhard.
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How common is the last name Meinecke in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Meinecke has grown in popularity over the years. In 2000, it ranked 32,161 nationally and increased to a rank of 29,528 by 2010, indicating an 8.19% increase. The number of people with the Meinecke surname also grew from 676 in 2000 to 799 in 2010, reflecting an 18.2% increase. The proportion of the Meinecke surname per 100,000 people rose by 8% during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,161 | #29,528 | 8.19% |
| Count | 676 | 799 | 18.2% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.25 | 0.27 | 8% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Meinecke
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Meinecke. In 2000, 96.6% of individuals with this surname identified as White, slightly decreasing to 95.87% in 2010. Those who identified as Hispanic saw an increase from 1.33% in 2000 to 2.5% in 2010, reflecting an 87.97% change. Individuals identifying with two or more ethnicities decreased from 1.78% to 0.75%. There were no recorded instances of this surname among individuals who identify as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.6% | 95.87% | -0.76% |
| Hispanic | 1.33% | 2.5% | 87.97% |
| Two or More Races | 1.78% | 0.75% | -57.87% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |