Explore the Family Name Reinauer
The meaning of Reinauer
German: habitational name for someone from any of various places called Rheinau, for example one in Baden-Württemberg, or another in Zurich canton, Switzerland.
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How common is the last name Reinauer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Reinauer saw an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 109,328th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had risen to the 105,079th spot, reflecting a change of 3.89 percent. The number of individuals with this surname also increased during that decade, going from 150 to 170 people, a growth of 13.33 percent. However, the proportion per 100k remained unchanged at 0.06.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #109,328 | #105,079 | 3.89% |
| Count | 150 | 170 | 13.33% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Reinauer
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that almost all individuals with the surname Reinauer identified as White in both 2000 and 2010. Specifically, in 2000, 96 percent of Reinauers were White, decreasing slightly to 94.71 percent in 2010. There were no recorded Reinauers who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year. Additionally, there were no reported instances of the surname among those identifying with two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96% | 94.71% | -1.34% |
| 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% |