Explore the Family Name Selsor
The meaning of Selsor
Variant of Selser, itself an altered form of German Seltzer.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Selsor in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Selsor experienced a decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In the year 2000, Selsor was ranked as the 32,227th most popular surname in America, but by 2010, it had dropped to the 34,878th spot, reflecting an 8.23% decline in rank. The actual number of individuals bearing the surname also diminished during this period, with a total of 674 in 2000 and only 647 in 2010, representing a 4.01% reduction. The proportion per 100,000 people decreased by 12.0 percent, from 0.25 in 2000 to 0.22 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,227 | #34,878 | -8.23% |
| Count | 674 | 647 | -4.01% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.25 | 0.22 | -12% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Selsor
In regard to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that most individuals with the surname Selsor identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, making up 93.77% and 92.58% respectively. However, there were notable changes among minority groups during this decade. For instance, those identifying as Hispanic increased by 55.46%, while the American Indian and Alaskan Native group saw a growth of 32.52%. Those reporting two or more ethnicities decreased by 14.29%. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.77% | 92.58% | -1.27% |
| Two or More Races | 2.52% | 2.16% | -14.29% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.63% | 2.16% | 32.52% |
| Hispanic | 1.19% | 1.85% | 55.46% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |