Explore the Family Name Noetzel
The meaning of Noetzel
German (Nötzel): 1. from a pet form of Noeth. 2. diminutive of Notz, from Middle High German nœzel ‘domestic animals, cattle’, hence a metonymic occupational name for someone who tended animals. Some characteristic forenames: German Ewald, Georg, Hans, Manfred.
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How common is the last name Noetzel in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Noetzel slightly decreased from 2000 to 2010. It dropped in rank from 50572 to 50960, a change of -0.77%. However, the count, or number of people with this surname, increased by 5.41% from 388 to 409. The proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,572 | #50,960 | -0.77% |
| Count | 388 | 409 | 5.41% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Noetzel
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Noetzel. In 2000, those identified as White made up 95.88% of the holders of the surname Noetzel, but this percentage slightly decreased to 92.91% in 2010. The percentage of holders identifying as Hispanic rose significantly in the same period, from 2.06% to 4.40%, a change of 113.59%. Holders identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander were present in 2000 but not recorded in 2010. New in 2010 was the inclusion of individuals identifying as two or more races. There were no recorded holders of the surname who identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.88% | 92.91% | -3.1% |
| Hispanic | 2.06% | 4.4% | 113.59% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.71% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.29% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |