Explore the Family Name Schank
The meaning of Schank
1. German: variant of Schenk and, in North America, (also) an altered form of this. 2. Americanized form of Dutch Schenk.
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How common is the last name Schank in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Schank has seen a subtle increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Schank ranked 16,147th in popularity amongst all surnames, but it climbed to 15,922nd place by 2010, reflecting a growth rate of 1.39%. The overall count of individuals with this surname also grew from 1,646 to 1,825 during this period, marking an increase of approximately 10.87%. The proportion of people named Schank per 100,000 individuals rose slightly from 0.61 to 0.62.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #16,147 | #15,922 | 1.39% |
| Count | 1,646 | 1,825 | 10.87% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.61 | 0.62 | 1.64% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Schank
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census reveals some changes as well within the group of people bearing the Schank surname. In 2000, the majority identified as White (95.87%), which slightly decreased to 94.63% by 2010. Those identifying as Hispanic saw the most significant increase, from 1.22% in 2000 to 2.03% in 2010, indicating a 66.39% change. In comparison, those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander fell from 0.67% to 0% over the decade. The number of people identifying with two or more ethnicities dropped by 9.7%, while those identifying as Black went from none in 2000 to 1.21% in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.87% | 94.63% | -1.29% |
| Hispanic | 1.22% | 2.03% | 66.39% |
| Two or More Races | 1.34% | 1.21% | -9.7% |
| Black | 0% | 1.21% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.67% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |