Explore the Family Name Zimet
The meaning of Zimet
Jewish (Ashkenazic) and German: from Middle High German zinment, zi(ne)mīn ‘cinnamon’, German Zimmet, hence an occupational name for a spicer. In some instances the Jewish surname is artificial. This surname is very rare in Germany. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Elihu, Tova.
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How common is the last name Zimet in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Zimet saw a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 78,326 and dropped to 88,020 by 2010 – a decline of 12.38%. The number of individuals with this surname also reduced from 227 in 2000 to 211 in 2010, marking a 7.05% decrease. The proportion per 100,000 people similarly fell by 12.5% over this decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #78,326 | #88,020 | -12.38% |
| Count | 227 | 211 | -7.05% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.07 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zimet
Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some changes over time for those bearing the surname Zimet. In 2000, 94.71% identified as White, a figure which increased to 97.16% in 2010. Those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander in 2000 stood at 3.08%, however, this proportion had completely disappeared by 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals identifying as two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native either in 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.71% | 97.16% | 2.59% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 3.08% | 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% |