Explore the Family Name Riesenberg
The meaning of Riesenberg
German: topographic name for someone who lived by a big mountain, from Middle High German rise ‘giant’ + berc ‘mountain’. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Otto.
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How common is the last name Riesenberg in the United States?
The Riesenberg surname was ranked 36,672 in popularity according to the Decennial U.S. Census data from the year 2000. By 2010, it had slightly decreased in popularity, moving to the 37,341st spot, reflecting a minor change of -1.82%. However, the count of individuals with this last name increased from 575 to 597 during the same period, marking a growth of 3.83%. The proportion per 100,000 people also saw a slight decrease from 0.21 to 0.2, indicating a -4.76% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,672 | #37,341 | -1.82% |
| Count | 575 | 597 | 3.83% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.21 | 0.2 | -4.76% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Riesenberg
Examining the ethnic identity of those bearing the Riesenberg surname based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, in 2000, nearly all identified as White (98.26%). By 2010, this number declined somewhat to 95.98%, a change of -2.32%. In 2010, there were also small percentages of Riesenbergs identifying as Hispanic (1.51%) and those belonging to two or more races (1.01%). There was also a minimal presence of Asian/Pacific Islander in 2010 that wasn't present in the 2000 data. No individuals with this last name identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.26% | 95.98% | -2.32% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.51% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.01% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.84% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |