Explore the Family Name Oettinger
The meaning of Oettinger
1. German (also Öttinger): habitational name for someone from a place in Bavaria called Oettingen or a place in Lorraine (France) called Öttingen (French Ottange). Compare Ottinger and Ettinger. 2. Jewish (Ashkenazic): variant of Ettinger, a cognate of 1 above. Some characteristic forenames: German Hanni, Christoph, Siegbert.
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How common is the last name Oettinger in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Oettinger has seen a notable increase between 2000 and 2010. In the year 2000, the Oettinger name was ranked 46,678th in popularity across the United States, but by 2010 it had risen to 42,237th, marking a 9.51% increase. The count of individuals bearing the surname also saw a significant rise from 429 to 514, reflecting a growth rate of nearly 20%. The proportion of people named Oettinger per 100,000 population witnessed a slight increase as well, climbing from 0.16 to 0.17.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #46,678 | #42,237 | 9.51% |
| Count | 429 | 514 | 19.81% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.17 | 6.25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Oettinger
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Oettinger, the Decennial U.S. Census data demonstrates some changes over the decade. In 2000, almost exclusively (99.53%) those with this surname identified as White. However, by 2010, this figure decreased by approximately 5%, falling to 94.94%. While still a dominant group, there appears to be an increase in diversity among those bearing the name Oettinger. The data for 2010 shows small percentages of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander (0.97%), Hispanic (1.56%), and those claiming two or more ethnicities (1.75%). Please note that due to privacy concerns, certain figures from 2000 were suppressed (S).
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.53% | 94.94% | -4.61% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.75% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.56% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.97% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |