Explore the Family Name Vredenburg
The meaning of Vredenburg
Dutch and Jewish (western Ashkenazic): habitational name from any of the places called Vredenburg, in Gelderland or in the city of Utrecht (former castle). Compare Fredenburg 1.
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How common is the last name Vredenburg in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Vredenburg experienced a slight decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 32,567th in terms of prevalence, dropping to a rank of 32,994 in 2010 - a decline of 1.31%. The actual count of individuals with this surname increased slightly during the same time frame, from 665 in 2000 to 694 in 2010, resulting in a growth rate of 4.36%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people decreased by 4% to a rate of 0.24.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,567 | #32,994 | -1.31% |
| Count | 665 | 694 | 4.36% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.25 | 0.24 | -4% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Vredenburg
When considering ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that most individuals with the surname Vredenburg identify as White, with an increase from 93.53% in 2000 to 94.52% in 2010. The percentage identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander dropped by 23.33% over the decade, while those reporting two or more ethnicities saw a decrease of 36.11%. Meanwhile, the percentage who identified as Hispanic rose by 18.36%. There were no reported individuals who identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.53% | 94.52% | 1.06% |
| Hispanic | 2.56% | 3.03% | 18.36% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.5% | 1.15% | -23.33% |
| Two or More Races | 1.8% | 1.15% | -36.11% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |