Explore the Family Name Sensenbach
The meaning of Sensenbach
German: habitational name from a place called Sinsenbach in Baden-Württemberg. This surname has apparently died out in Germany. Compare Sensabaugh, Sensibaugh, and Sinsabaugh.
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How common is the last name Sensenbach in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Sensenbach experienced a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In the year 2000, it was ranked as the 121,058th most popular surname, but by 2010, it had dropped to the 129,047th spot, which is a 6.6% decrease. The actual count of individuals with this surname remained stable at 132 during this period. However, the proportion per 100k people decreased by 20%, indicating that while the count remained the same, the overall U.S. population increased.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #121,058 | #129,047 | -6.6% |
| Count | 132 | 132 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.05 | 0.04 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sensenbach
In terms of ethnicity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows no significant change for the surname Sensenbach from 2000 to 2010. The overwhelming majority of individuals with this surname identify as White, with a consistent percentage of 96.21% in both census years. There were no recorded instances of this surname among those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, those of two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities during this decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.21% | 96.21% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |