Explore the Family Name Weisensel
The meaning of Weisensel
German: unexplained. It originates from the northwestern part of Bavaria. In the US, it is found mainly in WI.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Weisensel in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Weisensel has slightly diminished over a decade. In 2000, it was ranked 41,859th, and by 2010, it fell to the 42,094th spot. This represents a small decrease of 0.56. However, the total count of individuals carrying the surname rose from 489 in 2000 to 516 in 2010, marking a 5.52% increase. The proportion per 100,000 people dipped by 5.56%, from 0.18 in 2000 to 0.17 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #41,859 | #42,094 | -0.56% |
| Count | 489 | 516 | 5.52% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.17 | -5.56% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Weisensel
Shifting focus to the ethnic identity associated with the Weisensel surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority identify as White. In 2000, 97.75% of those with the surname identified as White, dropping slightly to 97.09% in 2010. There were no recorded individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. Notably, the census began recording individuals identifying as Hispanic and Black in 2010, with 1.36% and 0.97% respectively. Similarly, no individuals reported having two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.75% | 97.09% | -0.68% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 1.36% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0.97% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |