Explore the Family Name Schneiter
The meaning of Schneiter
1. Swiss German: habitational name for someone from Schneit in Switzerland. 2. German: variant of Schneid.
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How common is the last name Schneiter in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Schneiter has seen a slight shift in its popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 37,094th most common surname, and by 2010, it had dropped slightly to the 38,582nd spot, marking a 4.01% decrease. Still, the number of individuals with this surname increased from 566 to 573 during this period, indicating a 1.24% growth. However, when comparing the proportion per 100,000 people, there was a 9.52% decline from 0.21 to 0.19.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #37,094 | #38,582 | -4.01% |
| Count | 566 | 573 | 1.24% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.21 | 0.19 | -9.52% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Schneiter
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that the majority of people with the surname Schneiter identify as White—96.11% in 2000 and 95.46% in 2010, showing a minimal change of -0.68%. The percentage identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander remained almost constant at just under 1%. Notably, the proportion identifying as two or more races increased from 0 to 1.92%. The Hispanic representation dipped by 20.90%, going from 1.77% to 1.40%. No individuals identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.11% | 95.46% | -0.68% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.92% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1.77% | 1.4% | -20.9% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.88% | 0.87% | -1.14% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |