Explore the Family Name Vandersteen
The meaning of Vandersteen
Dutch (Van der Steen) and Flemish (also Van der Steen): habitational name for someone from any of various minor places called Steen or Ten Stene (from steen ‘stone’), for example in the Belgian provinces of East Flanders and Brabant. Some characteristic forenames: Dutch Henk, Joost, Cornie, Dirk.
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How common is the last name Vandersteen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Vandersteen has seen an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 52,714th and by 2010, it rose to the 50,467th position, marking a growth of 4.26%. The number of people carrying the Vandersteen surname also grew from 369 in 2000 to 414 in 2010, a rise of 12.2%. However, the proportion of individuals with this surname per 100,000 people remained constant at 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,714 | #50,467 | 4.26% |
| Count | 369 | 414 | 12.2% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Vandersteen
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insights into the ethnic identity associated with the Vandersteen surname. In 2000, about 97.83% of Vandersteens were identified as White, which slightly decreased to 95.17% by 2010. The Hispanic percentage made its appearance in 2010 at 3.62%, whereas previously there was no recorded Hispanic presence among the Vandersteens. The census also showed a small group, 1.21%, identifying as two or more races in 2010, something that wasn't observed in 2000. There were zero percentages for Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.83% | 95.17% | -2.72% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 3.62% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.21% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |