Explore the Family Name Zeiner
The meaning of Zeiner
South German: from an agent derivative of Middle High German zeinen ‘to forge (iron)’, also ‘to weave basketwork’ (from Middle High German zein ‘cane, rod, tine’), hence an occupational name for a smith or a basket maker.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Zeiner in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Zeiner has seen a decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 34399 with a count of 623 people; however, by 2010 it fell to rank 38484, with only 575 individuals bearing the name. This represents a decrease in popularity of approximately 11.88% and a reduction in the count by about 7.7%. The proportion per 100,000 individuals also saw a decline of 17.39%, from 0.23 to 0.19.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #34,399 | #38,484 | -11.88% |
| Count | 623 | 575 | -7.7% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.23 | 0.19 | -17.39% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zeiner
The ethnicity associated with the surname Zeiner according to the Decennial U.S. Census data is predominantly White, accounting for 98.39% in 2000 and 97.39% in 2010, a slight decrease of 1.02%. However, there was a notable increase in individuals identifying as Hispanic from 0.96% in 2000 to 1.39% in 2010, representing a change of 44.79%. Interestingly, in 2010, some individuals identified with two or more races, making up about 1.04% of those with the Zeiner surname. No individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.39% | 97.39% | -1.02% |
| Hispanic | 0.96% | 1.39% | 44.79% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.04% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |