Explore the Family Name Steg
The meaning of Steg
German and Dutch: topographic name from Middle High German stec, Middle Low German steg, Dutch steg ‘narrow or uphill path’ or ‘plank bridge’. Compare Steeg.
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How common is the last name Steg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname 'Steg' has seen a decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked 64,750 in terms of popularity, but by 2010, it had fallen to 74,826th place, representing a decrease of 15.56%. Furthermore, the total count of people with this surname also fell from 287 to 258 during this period, reflecting a drop of 10.1%. The proportion of people per 100k with the 'Steg' surname also decreased by 18.18% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #64,750 | #74,826 | -15.56% |
| Count | 287 | 258 | -10.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.09 | -18.18% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Steg
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the 'Steg' surname identify as White. In both 2000 and 2010, around 96% of individuals with this surname were White, although there was a slight decrease of 0.76% over the decade. The number of individuals identifying as Hispanic saw an increase, going from 1.74% in 2000 to 2.71% in 2010, indicating a growth rate of 55.75%. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the 'Steg' surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.86% | 96.12% | -0.76% |
| Hispanic | 1.74% | 2.71% | 55.75% |
| 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% |