Explore the Family Name Voecks
The meaning of Voecks
German (also Vöcks): patronymic from Vock. Some characteristic forenames: German Fritz.
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How common is the last name Voecks in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Voecks has witnessed a slight decrease from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked 85,643 in terms of popularity and had 203 instances across the country. By the year 2010, the rank had dropped to 96,368 with a reduced count of 189, marking a decline of approximately 12.52% in rank and -6.9% in its overall count. The proportion per 100,000 also fell by 25%, from 0.08 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #85,643 | #96,368 | -12.52% |
| Count | 203 | 189 | -6.9% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.06 | -25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Voecks
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Voecks, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census indicates an overwhelming prevalence among the white population. In both 2000 and 2010, almost all individuals bearing the surname identified as white, with 99.01% in 2000 and a slight dip to 98.94% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of the surname among individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year. The ethnic identity data for those identifying as two or more races was suppressed to protect privacy.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.01% | 98.94% | -0.07% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |