Explore the Family Name Murach
The meaning of Murach
German: habitational name from any of several places such as Murach in Bavaria or Maurach in Tyrol, Austria.
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How common is the last name Murach in the United States?
According to the data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Murach has seen a slight decline between the years 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked 57,849th in terms of popularity, with 329 individuals carrying it. By 2010, it had dropped in rank to 61,899th and the count saw a decline of 1.52% to 324 individuals. The proportion of people with this last name per 100,000 also fell by 8.33%, indicating a decrease in its overall prevalence.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,849 | #61,899 | -7% |
| Count | 329 | 324 | -1.52% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.11 | -8.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Murach
Ethnic identity associated with the surname Murach was predominantly White, based on the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, nearly 98% of individuals with this surname identified as White. This percentage slightly decreased to about 96% in 2010. During the same period, there was an increase in the Hispanic ethnic identity from 1.82% to 4.01%. There were no recorded changes in the Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities associated with this surname, remaining at 0% for both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.87% | 95.99% | -1.92% |
| Hispanic | 1.82% | 4.01% | 120.33% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |