Explore the Family Name Neuer
The meaning of Neuer
German: inflected (masculine) form of Neu (as in neuer Mann ‘new man’). Some characteristic forenames: German Otto, Frederich.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Neuer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Neuer has seen a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the name was ranked 75,466th in popularity and by 2010, it had risen to 74,141st, reflecting a modest 1.76% growth. The total count of individuals with the surname Neuer also rose from 238 to 261 during this period, signifying a 9.66% increase. However, when considering the proportion per 100,000 people, there was no significant change, remaining at 0.09.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #75,466 | #74,141 | 1.76% |
| Count | 238 | 261 | 9.66% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Neuer
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that among those carrying the surname Neuer, a vast majority identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, though the percentage fell slightly from 97.48% to 96.17%. A small fraction identified as Hispanic, with the proportion marginally increasing from 2.52% to 2.68% over the decade. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.48% | 96.17% | -1.34% |
| Hispanic | 2.52% | 2.68% | 6.35% |
| 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% |