Explore the Family Name Sprunk
The meaning of Sprunk
Dutch: variant of Sprong.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Sprunk in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Sprunk saw a modest increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 65,862nd most common surname in the United States, with an estimated 281 individuals bearing the name. By 2010, its rank had risen to 63,068, reflecting an increase in the number of people with the surname to approximately 317. This represents a growth rate of 12.81% over the decade, slightly outpacing the overall population growth rate during the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #65,862 | #63,068 | 4.24% |
| Count | 281 | 317 | 12.81% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.11 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sprunk
Regarding ethnic identity, the surname Sprunk is predominantly associated with individuals identifying as white, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, approximately 86.48% of individuals with the surname identified as white, a proportion that decreased slightly to 85.49% by 2010. The surname also saw a rise in association with the Hispanic community, growing from 12.81% in 2000 to 14.20% in 2010. In both census years, there were no reported instances of individuals with the surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 86.48% | 85.49% | -1.14% |
| Hispanic | 12.81% | 14.2% | 10.85% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |