Explore the Family Name Scheu
The meaning of Scheu
South German: nickname for a shy person, from Middle High German schiech, schiuch ‘shy’. Some characteristic forenames: German Otto, Johann, Eberhard, Erwin, Ulrike, Viktor.
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How common is the last name Scheu in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Scheu has seen slight variations over time. In 2000, Scheu ranked as the 29,570th most common surname, and by 2010, it had fallen slightly to the 29,854th position, marking a 0.96% decrease in rank. However, in terms of count, the number of individuals bearing the Scheu surname increased from 752 in 2000 to 787 in 2010, indicating a growth rate of 4.65%. The proportion per 100,000 people also saw a tiny dip of 3.57%, shifting from 0.28 in 2000 to 0.27 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #29,570 | #29,854 | -0.96% |
| Count | 752 | 787 | 4.65% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.28 | 0.27 | -3.57% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Scheu
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnic identity tied to the Scheu surname. In 2000, almost all (98.54%) persons with this surname identified as White, while a very small percentage (0.66%) identified as Hispanic. Ten years later, in 2010, there was a noticeable shift in the ethnicity data. While the majority still identified as White, the percentage dropped to 94.41%, and the portion identifying as Hispanic rose considerably to 3.43%. There were also new additions to the ethnicity pool, with 1.02% identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native and 0.64% identifying as belonging to two or more races. Unfortunately, the data for Asian/Pacific Islander and Black ethnicities was suppressed for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.54% | 94.41% | -4.19% |
| Hispanic | 0.66% | 3.43% | 419.7% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 1.02% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0.64% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |