Explore the Family Name Speltz
The meaning of Speltz
German: variant Spelz, a metonymic occupational name for a grower of spelt (a type of wheat), Middle High German spëlze.
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How common is the last name Speltz in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Speltz has seen an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked 37,374th and by 2010 it had climbed up to the 33,894th position, reflecting a change of 9.31%. The count of individuals with this surname also grew from 561 in 2000 to 671 in 2010, marking an increase of 19.61%. The proportion of the surname per 100,000 people also saw a slight rise from 0.21 in 2000 to 0.23 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #37,374 | #33,894 | 9.31% |
| Count | 561 | 671 | 19.61% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.21 | 0.23 | 9.52% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Speltz
When discussing ethnicity based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, individuals with the surname Speltz predominantly identify as White. In 2000, about 98.22% identified as White, although this figure dropped slightly to 94.49% in 2010. The decade also saw new ethnic identities associated with the surname. By 2010, 2.98% identified as Hispanic, 1.19% as Black, and 0.75% as American Indian and Alaskan Native. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or of two or more races during both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.22% | 94.49% | -3.8% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.98% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 1.19% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0.75% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |