Explore the Family Name Zunker
The meaning of Zunker
German: topographic name for someone living by a crag, from South German dialect Zunk. Some characteristic forenames: German Berthold, Erwin, Fritz, Heinz, Horst, Klaus, Kurt, Manferd, Otto.
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How common is the last name Zunker in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Zunker has seen a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 29,040th most popular surname, but by 2010, it dropped to the 30,980th position, marking a 6.68% change. During this same period, the count of individuals with the Zunker name decreased from 769 to 750, representing a 2.47% decline. The proportion per 100,000 people also saw a decrease from 0.29 to 0.25, a 13.79% drop.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #29,040 | #30,980 | -6.68% |
| Count | 769 | 750 | -2.47% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.29 | 0.25 | -13.79% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Zunker
When considering the ethnic identity associated with the Zunker surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some interesting changes between 2000 and 2010. The majority of individuals identified as White, though there was a slight decrease from 97.79% to 95.73%. The percentage of those identifying as Hispanic increased slightly from 1.56% to 2.00%, a 28.21% change. Interestingly, there were no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black in 2000, but by 2010, 0.67% identified as Asian/Pacific Islander. A new category emerged in 2010 with 0.93% of individuals identifying with two or more races. No one identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.79% | 95.73% | -2.11% |
| Hispanic | 1.56% | 2% | 28.21% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0.93% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.67% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |