Explore the Family Name Strahler
The meaning of Strahler
1. German: variant of Strahl 1. 2. South German (Strähler): occupational name for a comb maker, from an agent derivative of Middle High German stræl ‘comb’. 3. Jewish (Ashkenazic): variant of Strahl.
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How common is the last name Strahler in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Strahler has shown an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 52,935 in popularity with a count of 367, while in 2010, its rank improved to 51,176 with a count of 407. This represents a change of 3.32 in rank and 10.9 in count, indicating more individuals bearing this surname during this period. However, the proportion per 100k remained unchanged at 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,935 | #51,176 | 3.32% |
| Count | 367 | 407 | 10.9% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Strahler
In terms of ethnicity, the Strahler surname is predominantly associated with the White ethnic identity based on the Decennial U.S. Census data. In both 2000 and 2010, a vast majority, 97.28% and 97.30% respectively, identified as White. There were no recorded instances of this surname among Asian/Pacific Islander, those identifying with two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities. The minute change of 0.02 between 2000 and 2010 indicates a very stable distribution of this surname within the White community.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.28% | 97.3% | 0.02% |
| 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% |