Explore the Family Name Zobell
The meaning of Zobell
Americanized form of German Zobel.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Zobell in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Zobell has seen a slight increase in its popularity over the years. In 2000, this last name ranked 68,782 and rose to a rank of 68,770 by 2010, indicating a marginal change in popularity of approximately 0.02%. The count of individuals bearing the surname increased from 267 in 2000 to 286 in 2010, representing a growth rate of 7.12%. The proportion per 100k remained steady at 0.1, illustrating that the surname's popularity has maintained relative stability.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,782 | #68,770 | 0.02% |
| Count | 267 | 286 | 7.12% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zobell
The ethnicity breakdown of those with the Zobell surname also experienced some changes according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, individuals of White background represented the overwhelming majority at 93.26%, which slightly increased to 94.41% by 2010. The Asian/Pacific Islander representation dropped from 3.75% in 2000 to zero in 2010. Similarly, there were no individuals identifying as having two or more races, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native backgrounds in either year. However, the Hispanic representation saw a significant jump of 87.17%, going from 1.87% in 2000 to 3.50% in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.26% | 94.41% | 1.23% |
| Hispanic | 1.87% | 3.5% | 87.17% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 3.75% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |