Explore the Family Name Mierau
The meaning of Mierau
German: habitational name from a place called Mierau (West Prussia), Mirau (East Prussia, Posen), or Mirow (several examples in Mecklenburg). This was one of the German surnames that became established in southern Russia (in what is now Ukraine) in the 19th century.
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How common is the last name Mierau in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Mierau has seen a rise in popularity over a decade. In 2000, Mierau was ranked 73,931st in terms of popularity, with 244 occurrences. By 2010, the rank improved to 71,265th and the count increased to 274, reflecting a growth rate of 12.3%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained the same at 0.09, indicating that while the absolute number of people with the Mierau surname grew, its popularity relative to other surnames stayed consistent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #73,931 | #71,265 | 3.61% |
| Count | 244 | 274 | 12.3% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Mierau
In regards to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows some changes between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, approximately 95.9% of individuals with the Mierau surname identified as White. This percentage decreased slightly to about 92.7% by 2010. There were no recorded individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. However, by 2010, there were some individuals who identified as Hispanic or of two or more races, accounting for 2.92% in each category.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.9% | 92.7% | -3.34% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.92% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.92% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |