Explore the Family Name Oberhauser
The meaning of Oberhauser
German: habitational name for someone from a place called Oberhaus (see Oberhaus) or Oberhausen.
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How common is the last name Oberhauser in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Oberhauser has seen an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the name was ranked 61,855th most common in the United States, but by 2010 it had risen to become the 58,876th most common surname. This represents a rise of 4.82%. The overall count of individuals with this surname also increased from 303 to 344, indicating a growth of 13.53%. In terms of proportion per 100,000 people, Oberhauser went from being held by 0.11 individuals to 0.12, a 9.09% increase.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,855 | #58,876 | 4.82% |
| Count | 303 | 344 | 13.53% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.12 | 9.09% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Oberhauser
In regards to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census shows that the majority of individuals with the Oberhauser surname identify as White, with a slight increase from 97.36% in 2000 to 97.38% in 2010. The percentage of Oberhausers identifying as Hispanic saw a decrease of 26.77%, going from 1.98% in 2000 to 1.45% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of Oberhausers identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.36% | 97.38% | 0.02% |
| Hispanic | 1.98% | 1.45% | -26.77% |
| 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% |