Explore the Family Name Zauner
The meaning of Zauner
South German (also Zäuner): occupational name for a fence maker, Middle High German ziūner. In particular, the term denoted the enclosure surrounding a village as a defense against marauding animals and strangers, and in some cases the name may have been topographic for someone who lived by such a fence. Some characteristic forenames: German Alois, Fritz, Otto.
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How common is the last name Zauner in the United States?
The surname Zauner has seen a slight decrease in popularity over the past decade, as per the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, Zauner ranked 36,572nd in the United States, with a count of 577 individuals bearing the name. By 2010, the rank had dropped to 39,717 and the count to 553, representing a decrease of 8.6% in rank and 4.16% in count. The proportion of people with the surname Zauner per 100k also declined by 9.52%, from 0.21 in 2000 to 0.19 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,572 | #39,717 | -8.6% |
| Count | 577 | 553 | -4.16% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.21 | 0.19 | -9.52% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zauner
As for its ethnic identity distribution, the surname Zauner is predominantly associated with White ethnicity, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 96.01% of individuals with this surname identified as White, though this figure dropped slightly to 93.85% in 2010. There was significant growth in the number of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or belonging to two or more races, with increases of 56.73% and 170.11% respectively. The Hispanic representation also saw a modest increase of 19.83%. Meanwhile, the percentage of Black individuals and those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native was negligible in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.01% | 93.85% | -2.25% |
| Two or More Races | 0.87% | 2.35% | 170.11% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.04% | 1.63% | 56.73% |
| Hispanic | 1.21% | 1.45% | 19.83% |
| Black | 0.87% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |