Explore the Family Name Teschke
The meaning of Teschke
German: from a pet form of the personal name Tesch. Some characteristic forenames: German Gerd, Ernst, Herta, Inge, Juergen, Klaus. Scandinavian Astrid.
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How common is the last name Teschke in the United States?
The surname Teschke is not one of the most common names in America, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, it was ranked 70,679 in terms of popularity, with a count of 258 individuals bearing this name. The proportion per 100,000 people was 0.1. By 2010, the rank had decreased to 76,533 and the count fell slightly to 251, which represented a decrease of 2.71%. Proportionally, the name accounted for 0.09 per 100,000 people, marking a 10% decrease.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #70,679 | #76,533 | -8.28% |
| Count | 258 | 251 | -2.71% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.09 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Teschke
In regards to ethnicity, the Teschke surname showed some diversity based on Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 91.09% of the individuals with this surname identified as White, while 2.33% identified as Hispanic and 2.71% as American Indian and Alaskan Native. A small percentage, 1.94%, reported having two or more races. However, by 2010 there were significant changes. Those identifying as White increased to 96.02%, but those who identified as Hispanic, American Indian and Alaskan Native, and those of two or more races dropped to 0%. There were no Teschkes who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.09% | 96.02% | 5.41% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.94% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2.33% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.71% | 0% | 0% |