Explore the Family Name Strotman
The meaning of Strotman
Americanized form of North German Strotmann (see Strothmann) or of its Dutch cognate Strootman. Compare Strothman.
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How common is the last name Strotman in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname "Strotman" experienced a significant decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked at 50,801 in terms of popularity but fell to 65,782 by 2010, marking a decrease of approximately 29.49%. The count of individuals with the surname also decreased during this period, going from 386 to 301, a drop of about 22.02%. The proportion of the population with this surname per 100,000 people saw a similar decline, dropping from 0.14 to just 0.1, a reduction of around 28.57%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,801 | #65,782 | -29.49% |
| Count | 386 | 301 | -22.02% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.1 | -28.57% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Strotman
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Strotman. In both 2000 and 2010, nearly all (99.48% in 2000 and 99% in 2010) of those with the surname identified as White, showing a minor decrease of 0.48% over the decade. There were no recorded instances of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for either year. Interestingly, no individuals identified as having two or more races in 2000, but the 2010 data was suppressed for privacy. Similarly, there were no individuals who identified as Hispanic in 2000, but by 2010, a small proportion had begun to identify as such, though specific numbers were suppressed for privacy.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.48% | 99% | -0.48% |
| 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% |