Explore the Family Name Niskanen
The meaning of Niskanen
Finnish: from the root of the farm name Niskala in Tavastia (see Niska) + the surname suffix -nen. The surname is recorded since the 16th century in northern Savonia and later in Kainuu and Ostrobothnia. Some characteristic forenames: Finnish Armas, Eino, Heikki, Olavi, Sulo, Veijo. Scandinavian Erland.
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How common is the last name Niskanen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Niskanen saw a modest increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 45,909th most popular surname, but by 2010, it had climbed to 44,872nd, marking a 2.26% increase. In terms of count, the number of individuals with the Niskanen surname also rose from 438 in 2000 to 478 in 2010, representing a 9.13% growth. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained consistent at 0.16.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #45,909 | #44,872 | 2.26% |
| Count | 438 | 478 | 9.13% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.16 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Niskanen
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Niskanen, again according to the Decennial U.S. Census, the majority of bearers of this name identify as White. From 2000 to 2010, there was a slight increase in this group from 95.66% to 97.07%. The Hispanic ethnicity linked with this surname saw a decrease of nearly 39%, dropping from 3.42% to 2.09%. There were no recorded persons of Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicity with the surname Niskanen during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.66% | 97.07% | 1.47% |
| Hispanic | 3.42% | 2.09% | -38.89% |
| 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% |