Explore the Family Name Zuhlke
The meaning of Zuhlke
German (Zühlke): see Zuehlke. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt, Otto.
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How common is the last name Zuhlke in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Zuhlke saw a slight decrease between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 36,630th in terms of prevalence, but by 2010, it had slipped to the 39,052nd position, marking a change of -6.61%. The number of people bearing the Zuhlke name also dipped slightly from 576 in 2000 to 564 in 2010, a decrease of -2.08%. Consequently, the proportion of individuals with the surname Zuhlke per 100,000 people declined by -9.52%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,630 | #39,052 | -6.61% |
| Count | 576 | 564 | -2.08% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.21 | 0.19 | -9.52% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zuhlke
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Zuhlke. In both the 2000 and 2010 censuses, the vast majority of individuals with this surname identified as White, with proportions of 97.40% and 96.99%, respectively. There was a negligible change of -0.42% over the decade. The percentage of individuals identifying as Hispanic fell from 1.56% in 2000 to 1.06% in 2010, a drop of -32.05%. Interestingly, by 2010, 1.06% of Zuhlkes reported having two or more ethnicities. No Zuhlkes identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.4% | 96.99% | -0.42% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.06% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1.56% | 1.06% | -32.05% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |