Explore the Family Name Neuenfeldt
The meaning of Neuenfeldt
German: habitational name from any of the places so named in Brandenburg and Pomerania, or from places in Lower Saxony or Westphalia called Neuenfelde. Some characteristic forenames: German Ernst.
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How common is the last name Neuenfeldt in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Neuenfeldt saw a slight decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 43,463rd most common surname and by 2010, it had dropped slightly to rank 44,356. However, despite the drop in rank, the actual count of individuals with this surname increased by 3.63% from 468 in 2000 to 485 in 2010. The proportion of people with this surname per 100,000 also dipped slightly by 5.88%, from 0.17 in 2000 to 0.16 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #43,463 | #44,356 | -2.05% |
| Count | 468 | 485 | 3.63% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.17 | 0.16 | -5.88% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Neuenfeldt
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the Neuenfeldt surname, according to the Decennial U.S. Census, there were no significant changes between 2000 and 2010. The majority of individuals with this surname are of White ethnicity, accounting for 97.65% in 2000 and slightly decreasing to 96.70% in 2010. There was a minimal increase in the Hispanic representation from 1.28% in 2000 to 1.44% in 2010. The census reported no individuals with this surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.65% | 96.7% | -0.97% |
| Hispanic | 1.28% | 1.44% | 12.5% |
| 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% |