Explore the Family Name Weissmann
The meaning of Weissmann
German and Jewish (Ashkenazic): nickname for someone with white hair or a pale complexion, from German weiss ‘white’ + Mann ‘man’. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Gunter, Florian, Fritz, Juergen, Klaus, Nikolaus.
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How common is the last name Weissmann in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Weissmann has seen a rise in popularity from the year 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Weissmann ranked 38,992, but by 2010 it had risen to rank 36,970, indicating an increase of 5.19 percent. The total count of individuals with this surname also grew from 532 to 604, marking a change of 13.53 percent. However, the proportion per 100k remained consistent at 0.2.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #38,992 | #36,970 | 5.19% |
| Count | 532 | 604 | 13.53% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Weissmann
In regard to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data presents some shifts over the decade for individuals carrying the Weissmann surname. In 2000, 96.99 percent identified as White, but that figure slightly dropped to 95.36 percent by 2010. Although still representing a small portion of Weissmanns, the Hispanic identification saw a significant increase from 1.13 percent in 2000 to 3.31 percent in 2010, marking a nearly 193 percent change. The percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native was either very low or suppressed for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.99% | 95.36% | -1.68% |
| Hispanic | 1.13% | 3.31% | 192.92% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.94% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |