Explore the Family Name Voegeli
The meaning of Voegeli
South German and Swiss German (also Vögeli): from a diminutive of Vogel. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Mathias, Otto.
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How common is the last name Voegeli in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Voegeli witnessed a slight decline in popularity between 2000 and 2010. Ranked as the 33,876th most common surname in 2000, it slipped to the 34,032nd spot in 2010, reflecting a marginal change of -0.46%. Despite the decrease in rank, the count of individuals with this surname actually increased from 634 to 668 during the same period, demonstrating a growth rate of 5.36%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people fell by 4.17%, shifting from 0.24 in 2000 to 0.23 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #33,876 | #34,032 | -0.46% |
| Count | 634 | 668 | 5.36% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.24 | 0.23 | -4.17% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Voegeli
When considering ethnic identity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that the Voegeli surname is predominantly associated with individuals identifying as White. In 2000, 97.32% of those with the surname identified as White, although this percentage slightly decreased to 96.41% in 2010. The Hispanic identification saw the most significant growth over the decade, increasing by 77.27% to reach 1.95% in 2010. Furthermore, the number of individuals identifying with two or more races also saw a substantial increase, rising by 51.90% to 1.20%. It should be noted that there were no individuals with the Voegeli surname who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.32% | 96.41% | -0.94% |
| Hispanic | 1.1% | 1.95% | 77.27% |
| Two or More Races | 0.79% | 1.2% | 51.9% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |