Explore the Family Name Padberg
The meaning of Padberg
German and Dutch: habitational name from a place so called in Waldeck district (Hesse), or from the Padberg mountain near Horn in the Lippe area.
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How common is the last name Padberg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Padberg experienced moderate growth in its popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked 63,141 in terms of prevalence, while in 2010, it climbed slightly to the position of 63,068, reflecting a change of 0.12%. The count of individuals bearing this surname also grew from 296 in 2000 to 317 in 2010, marking a 7.09% increase. However, the proportion of Padbergs per 100,000 people remained the same at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #63,141 | #63,068 | 0.12% |
| Count | 296 | 317 | 7.09% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Padberg
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that most people with the surname Padberg identified as White. In 2000, 98.31% claimed this ethnicity, but by 2010, the percentage decreased slightly to 95.9%. Interestingly, in the span of a decade, some changes were observed. While there were no individuals identifying as belonging to two or more races or Hispanic in 2000, by 2010, these categories each accounted for 1.58% of Padbergs. Other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained at 0% both in 2000 and 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.31% | 95.9% | -2.45% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.58% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.58% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |