Explore the Family Name Zoellner
The meaning of Zoellner
German (Zöllner): occupational name for a customs officer, a variant of Zoller. Compare Zollner. Some characteristic forenames: German Franz, Kurt, Gunther, Hedwig, Horst, Lorenz, Monika, Wilhelmina.
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How common is the last name Zoellner in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Zoellner showed a slight decline in rank from 2000 to 2010, moving from 18135 to 18660, reflecting a change of -2.89%. However, the count of individuals with this surname actually increased by 4.1% within the same period, growing from 1416 to 1474. The proportion per 100k people also decreased slightly, at a rate of -3.85%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #18,135 | #18,660 | -2.89% |
| Count | 1,416 | 1,474 | 4.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.52 | 0.5 | -3.85% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zoellner
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnicity associated with the Zoellner surname. In 2010, the vast majority of Zoellners were of White ethnicity, accounting for 96.81%, a slight decrease from 97.88% in 2000. Simultaneously, there was a notable increase in those identifying as having two or more races, rising from 0.64% to 1.29%. Individuals of Hispanic ethnicity also increased slightly from 1.06% to 1.29%. The percentage of Zoellners with an Asian/Pacific Islander ethnic identity saw a minor decrease from 0.42% to 0.41%. Meanwhile, the percentages of Zoellners with Black and American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnic identities remained the same at 0%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.88% | 96.81% | -1.09% |
| Two or More Races | 0.64% | 1.29% | 101.56% |
| Hispanic | 1.06% | 1.29% | 21.7% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.42% | 0.41% | -2.38% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |