Explore the Family Name Schmauder
The meaning of Schmauder
1. South German (Swabia): probably an agent derivative of schmaudeln ‘to smile’. The name occurs mostly in Württemberg. 2. North German: probably a nickname from Middle Low German smūden ‘to roast, feel hot’ (see Schmude). Compare Schmader. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Theodor.
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How common is the last name Schmauder in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Schmauder has seen a decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked 93,427, but by 2010 it had slipped to 104,156, signifying an 11.48% drop. The count of people with this surname also saw a slight decline, from 182 in 2000 to 172 in 2010, representing a reduction of 5.49%. Consequently, the proportion of individuals with the surname Schmauder per 100,000 people decreased by 14.29%, from 0.07 to 0.06.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #93,427 | #104,156 | -11.48% |
| Count | 182 | 172 | -5.49% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.06 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Schmauder
On the subject of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that those bearing the surname Schmauder predominantly identify as White. From 2000 to 2010, the percentage of individuals identifying as White increased slightly from 97.25% to 98.84%. Those citing two or more ethnic identities accounted for 2.75% in 2000, but no such responses were recorded in 2010. There was no record of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.25% | 98.84% | 1.63% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 2.75% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |