Explore the Family Name Millstein
The meaning of Millstein
1. Jewish (Ashkenazic): variant of Milstein. 2. Americanized form of German Mühlstein: from Middle High German mülstein ‘millstone’, possibly applied as a nickname for a heavy person. Alternatively, a habitational name from Mühlstein in Baden-Württemberg. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Hyman, Isador, Isadore, Meyer.
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How common is the last name Millstein in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Millstein experienced slight changes in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 42,912th most common, but by 2010, it had dropped to 44,270th. This represented a decrease of approximately 3.16%. However, the actual count of individuals with the Millstein surname increased from 475 in 2000 to 486 in 2010, a small growth of 2.32%. The proportion of people with this surname per 100,000 individuals also decreased by 11.11% during this time period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #42,912 | #44,270 | -3.16% |
| Count | 475 | 486 | 2.32% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.16 | -11.11% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Millstein
The ethnicity breakdown for the Millstein surname, as per the Decennial U.S. Census, indicates a predominantly White ethnic identity. In 2000, 95.16% of Millsteins identified as White, a figure that increased slightly to 96.71% by 2010. There were no individuals with this surname who identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either year. The number of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander rose from nil in 2000 to 1.85% in 2010. Conversely, those reporting Hispanic ethnicity or belonging to two or more races both dropped from minor percentages in 2000 to zero by 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.16% | 96.71% | 1.63% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.85% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.26% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2.32% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |