Explore the Family Name Wiygul
The meaning of Wiygul
Probably a variant, under Slavic influence, of German Weigel or Wiegel.
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How common is the last name Wiygul in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Wiygul experienced a slight decrease between the years 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Wiygul was ranked 87,729 in terms of popularity amongst all surnames, however, this ranking fell to 98,553 by 2010, marking a decrease of 12.34%. The count of individuals bearing the Wiygul surname also saw a decline from 197 in 2000 to 184 in 2010, a drop of 6.6%. Consequently, the proportion of individuals with the Wiygul surname per 100,000 people dropped by 14.29%, from 0.07 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #87,729 | #98,553 | -12.34% |
| Count | 197 | 184 | -6.6% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.06 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Wiygul
When it comes to ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data demonstrates that the majority of individuals with the Wiygul surname identify as White. In both 2000 and 2010, there were no recorded instances of individuals with the Wiygul surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or More Races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native. However, the percentage of those identifying as White increased slightly, from 97.46% in 2000 to 98.91% in 2010, indicating an increase of 1.49%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.46% | 98.91% | 1.49% |
| 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% |