Explore the Family Name Tressel
The meaning of Tressel
German: occupational name for a wood turner (see Dressler).
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How common is the last name Tressel in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Tressel has grown in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In the year 2000, it was ranked as the 52,714th most common surname, but by 2010 it had increased to the 50,362nd position, a change of 4.46%. The number of people with this surname also rose from 369 to 415 during that decade, marking a growth of 12.47%. The proportion per 100,000 remained consistent at 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,714 | #50,362 | 4.46% |
| Count | 369 | 415 | 12.47% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Tressel
With regards to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows a slight decline in the percentage of individuals with the surname Tressel identifying as White, from 97.29% in 2000 to 96.14% in 2010. During this period, there was also an emergence of ethnic diversity among those bearing this surname. For instance, a small percentage, 1.20%, began identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander in 2010, while another 1.93% identified as Hispanic. However, no individuals with the surname Tressel identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.29% | 96.14% | -1.18% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.93% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.2% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |