Explore the Family Name Weinkauf
The meaning of Weinkauf
German: occupational name for a wine merchant, Middle High German wīnkouf(er). Some characteristic forenames: German Dieter, Ewald, Orlo.
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How common is the last name Weinkauf in the United States?
The surname Weinkauf, based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, has seen a slight decline in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 29,481st most popular surname and by 2010 it had dropped to 31,285th, exhibiting a change of -6.12 percent. The number of individuals carrying the Weinkauf surname also decreased during this decade, from 755 in 2000 to 741 in 2010, marking a decrease of 1.85 percent. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100k also declined by 10.71 percent in the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #29,481 | #31,285 | -6.12% |
| Count | 755 | 741 | -1.85% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.28 | 0.25 | -10.71% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Weinkauf
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Weinkauf, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, a majority identify as White. However, there has been a slight decrease in this group from 97.62 percent in 2000 to 96.22 percent in 2010. During the same time period, those identifying as Hispanic saw an increase from 0.93 percent to 1.35 percent, a 45.16 percent change. In addition, individuals identifying with two or more races increased significantly from 0.79 percent to 1.75 percent, marking a 121.52 percent change. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.62% | 96.22% | -1.43% |
| Two or More Races | 0.79% | 1.75% | 121.52% |
| Hispanic | 0.93% | 1.35% | 45.16% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |