Explore the Family Name Schakel
The meaning of Schakel
German (Schäkel): 1. habitational name from a place called Schäkeln in Lower Saxony. 2. variant of Schach 2. Some characteristic forenames: German Hans, Kurt.
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How common is the last name Schakel in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data on surname popularity, the surname "Schakel" has experienced a rise in usage over time. In 2000, Schakel ranked 66,878 in popularity, while by 2010, it had risen to 62,714th position - an increase of 6.23 percent. The number of individuals bearing this surname also increased from 276 to 319 during this period, representing a growth rate of 15.58 percent. Consequently, the proportion of people with the surname Schakel per 100,000 individuals also increased by 10 percent between these two census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,878 | #62,714 | 6.23% |
| Count | 276 | 319 | 15.58% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.11 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Schakel
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that most individuals with the surname "Schakel" identify as White. This group constituted 94.93 percent of the Schakel population in 2000, although this figure declined slightly by 1.59 percent to 93.42 percent in 2010. There was no record of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. However, by 2010, some individuals identified with two or more races (2.51 percent) and Hispanic ethnicity (2.51 percent), showing a diversification in the ethnic background of people bearing the surname Schakel.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.93% | 93.42% | -1.59% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.51% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.51% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |