Explore the Family Name Neuendorf
The meaning of Neuendorf
German: habitational name from any of numerous places so named throughout Germany (three of which are now in Poland). Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Guenter, Klaus, Kurt, Ralf, Willi, Wolfgang.
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How common is the last name Neuendorf in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Neuendorf has seen a slight decrease in its popularity over the years. In 2000, the surname ranked 34,308 in terms of popularity and dropped to 36,048 by 2010, marking a decline of 5.07%. The total counts of individuals bearing this surname also decreased marginally from 625 in 2000 to 622 in 2010. This indicates a reduction of 0.48%, with the proportion per 100,000 people decreasing by 8.7%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #34,308 | #36,048 | -5.07% |
| Count | 625 | 622 | -0.48% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.23 | 0.21 | -8.7% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Neuendorf
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Neuendorf has experienced minimal shifts according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. The majority of individuals with this surname identify as White, accounting for 98.88% in 2000, which slightly decreased to 97.43% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying as Hispanic shows an increase of 61.25%, though it still represents a small proportion at 1.29% in 2010. No individuals with the Neuendorf surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.88% | 97.43% | -1.47% |
| Hispanic | 0.8% | 1.29% | 61.25% |
| 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% |