Explore the Family Name Willemssen
The meaning of Willemssen
North German and Dutch: patronymic from Wilhelm.
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How common is the last name Willemssen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Willemssen has seen a slight decrease in popularity over the past decade. In 2000, Willemssen ranked 91,004 in popularity and had 188 individuals carrying the name. By 2010, the rank dropped to 100,302 with only 180 individuals bearing the surname, marking a 4.26% decrease. The proportion of people named Willemssen per 100,000 also saw a decline from 0.07 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010, signifying a 14.29% reduction.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #91,004 | #100,302 | -10.22% |
| Count | 188 | 180 | -4.26% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.06 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Willemssen
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the Willemssen surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that it is predominantly White. In 2000, about 96.28% of individuals with this surname identified as White, and this number slightly increased to 96.67% by 2010. There were no notable changes or representation for other ethnicities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, those identifying with two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.28% | 96.67% | 0.41% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |