Explore the Family Name Praus
The meaning of Praus
German: variant of Prause.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Praus in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Praus dropped in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it held rank 70,052 but by 2010, it had declined to rank 86,314 - a change of -23.21%. The count of individuals with this surname also dipped from 261 in 2000 to 216 in 2010, reflecting a decrease of 17.24%. Additionally, the proportion of individuals with this surname per 100k fell by 30%, from 0.1 in 2000 to 0.07 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #70,052 | #86,314 | -23.21% |
| Count | 261 | 216 | -17.24% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.07 | -30% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Praus
Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that those bearing the surname Praus predominantly identify as White. In 2000, 98.08% identified as White, slightly declining to 97.69% in 2010. There were no recorded changes for other ethnicities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years. These statistics indicate a minimal shift in the ethnic identity associated with the surname Praus over this decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.08% | 97.69% | -0.4% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |