Explore the Family Name Steigerwalt
The meaning of Steigerwalt
Altered form of German Steigerwald.
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How common is the last name Steigerwalt in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Steigerwalt has seen a dip in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked 29,662nd most popular in the United States, but by 2010 it had dropped to 35,147th position, indicating a decline of approximately 18.49%. The number of individuals bearing the surname also decreased from 749 in 2000 to 641 in 2010, representing a decrease of 14.42%. The proportion of the U.S. population with this surname per 100,000 people fell by 21.43% during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #29,662 | #35,147 | -18.49% |
| Count | 749 | 641 | -14.42% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.28 | 0.22 | -21.43% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Steigerwalt
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Steigerwalt, data from the Decennial U.S. Census indicates that the majority identify as White, although there has been a slight decrease from 98% in 2000 to 97.82% in 2010. In 2010, for the first time, the surname was found among those identifying as Hispanic (1.09%) and those claiming two or more ethnic identities (0.78%). There were no reported instances of the surname among those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98% | 97.82% | -0.18% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.09% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0.78% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |