Explore the Family Name Tanger
The meaning of Tanger
North German: 1. topographic name from the Tanger river or a habitational name from any of several places so named in Brandenburg and Pomerania. 2. nickname for a waspish person, from Middle Low German tanger ‘strong, fresh, biting, sharp’.
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How common is the last name Tanger in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Tanger has seen a decrease in its popularity over time. In 2000, it held rank 71610 and was borne by 254 individuals, giving a proportion of 0.09 per 100,000 people. By 2010, however, the rank had fallen to 82044, with only 230 bearers left, reducing the proportion to 0.08 per 100,000 individuals. This represents a decrease in popularity of 14.57% over the decade, and a count decrease of 9.45%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #71,610 | #82,044 | -14.57% |
| Count | 254 | 230 | -9.45% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.08 | -11.11% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Tanger
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Tanger, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that it is predominately linked with those identifying as White. In 2000, 98.03% of individuals with the Tanger surname identified as White. By 2010, this percentage had slightly decreased to 94.78%, marking a change of -3.32%. The census data does not show any individuals with the Tanger surname who identify as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for both years. Similarly, no individuals reported identifying as two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.03% | 94.78% | -3.32% |
| 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% |