Explore the Family Name Tvedt
The meaning of Tvedt
Norwegian: variant of Tveit. Compare Twedt. Some characteristic forenames: Scandinavian Per.
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How common is the last name Tvedt in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Tvedt has increased over a decade from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the Tvedt name ranked 48,196 in popularity and rose to 41,799 by 2010, indicating a positive change of 13.27%. The number of people carrying the Tvedt surname grew from 412 to 520 during this period, marking an increase of 26.21%. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100K also saw a rise of 20% from 0.15 to 0.18.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,196 | #41,799 | 13.27% |
| Count | 412 | 520 | 26.21% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.18 | 20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Tvedt
The ethnicity associated with the surname Tvedt, as derived from the Decennial U.S. Census data, has shown some shifts between 2000 and 2010. The majority of individuals with this surname identify as White, accounting for 98.54% in 2000 which slightly decreased to 95.96% by 2010. The census data for 2010 indicates that there was a small but notable diversification in the ethnic identity associated with the Tvedt surname. The 2010 census reported that 1.15% identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, 1.54% indicated they were of two or more races, and 1.35% identified as Hispanic. No significant data was available for those identifying as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.54% | 95.96% | -2.62% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.54% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.35% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.15% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |