Explore the Family Name Uhles
The meaning of Uhles
German (Rhineland): topographic name from Middle Low German ulla (from Latin olla ‘earthen pot’) + hūs ‘house’.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Uhles in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Uhles has seen a slight decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the name ranked as the 55,971st most popular surname, dropping to the 59,603rd spot in 2010—a change of roughly -6.49%. The number of individuals carrying the Uhles surname also slightly decreased during this period, from 342 to 339.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #55,971 | #59,603 | -6.49% |
| Count | 342 | 339 | -0.88% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.13 | 0.11 | -15.38% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Uhles
Regarding the ethnic identity tied to the Uhles surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. The vast majority of those with the Uhles surname identify as White, although there was a minor decrease from 92.98% in 2000 to 90.27% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying as Hispanic saw a small increase, rising from 4.68% to 5.31%. Additionally, the proportion of individuals identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native remained relatively stable at around 1.75%, while the representation of two or more races emerged in 2010 at 1.77%. There were no individuals who identified as Black or Asian/Pacific Islander.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.98% | 90.27% | -2.91% |
| Hispanic | 4.68% | 5.31% | 13.46% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.77% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.75% | 1.77% | 1.14% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |