Explore the Family Name Rothberg
The meaning of Rothberg
1. German: variant of Rothenberg. 1. 2. Jewish (Ashkenazic): variant of Rothenberg 2. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Falk, Myer.
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How common is the last name Rothberg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Rothberg has experienced slight changes in its popularity over the years. In 2000, Rothberg was ranked 22,999th in popularity with a total of 1,038 individuals bearing this surname. By 2010, the rank had dropped slightly to 23,852, reflecting a 3.71% decrease in rank. However, the count of people with this surname grew by 2.02%, from 1,038 in 2000 to 1,059 in 2010. The proportion per 100k also decreased by 5.26%, falling from 0.38 in 2000 to 0.36 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #22,999 | #23,852 | -3.71% |
| Count | 1,038 | 1,059 | 2.02% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.38 | 0.36 | -5.26% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Rothberg
On the topic of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the Rothberg surname is primarily associated with white ethnicity, accounting for 96.82% in 2000 and dropping slightly to 95.09% in 2010. The representation of the Hispanic community also increased from 1.64% in 2000 to 2.74% in 2010. Those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islanders rose from 0.67% to 0.94%, while the group of those with two or more races jumped significantly from 0.67% to 1.23%. No Rothbergs were recorded as identifying as black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.82% | 95.09% | -1.79% |
| Hispanic | 1.64% | 2.74% | 67.07% |
| Two or More Races | 0.67% | 1.23% | 83.58% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.67% | 0.94% | 40.3% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |