2000
#127,948
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 123
First available Census row
Per 100,000 0.05
Very Rare Last name
Stitzinger
A German locational surname derived from a place name meaning "to dwell by the steep slope".
According to the 2020 US Census Bureau surname tables, roughly 126 Americans carry the last name Stitzinger. That puts it at #149,446 in the national surname ranking, appearing at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 people (about 1 in 2,720,273 residents).
This page is the full Name Census profile for the Stitzinger surname. You will find the Census Bureau frequency data, a multi-census history view, an ancestry and ethnicity breakdown based on self-reported demographics, the name's meaning and origin where available, and answers to the most common questions people ask about this surname.
Bearers in the US
126
1 in 2,720,273
Census rank
#149,446
2020 decennial data
Per 100,000
0.0
Frequency rate
Recorded bearers
110
very rare in the US
Popularity narrative
The Census Bureau recorded 110 bearers of the surname Stitzinger in its 2020 decennial surname file. At a rate of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, it holds the 149446th position in the national surname ranking.
Among Census respondents with the surname Stitzinger, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (1.8%).
Origin
Meaning and origin of Stitzinger
The surname Stitzinger is believed to have originated in Germany, with its roots dating back to the Middle Ages. The name is thought to be derived from the German word "stitzen," which means "to prop up" or "to support." This linguistic connection suggests that the name may have been occupational in origin, referring to someone who worked as a builder or carpenter, perhaps specializing in constructing or reinforcing structures.
The earliest recorded instances of the Stitzinger name can be traced back to various regions of Germany, including Bavaria and Saxony, where it appeared in medieval records and documents. Some of these early records include references to individuals with similar spellings, such as Stitzinger, Stitzinger, and Stitzinger, indicating the name's evolution over time.
One notable historical figure bearing the Stitzinger surname was Johannes Stitzinger, a German scholar and theologian who lived in the 16th century (born in 1525, died in 1584). He was known for his contributions to the study of the Bible and his work as a professor at the University of Wittenberg.
Another individual of note was Wilhelm Stitzinger, a German military officer who served during the Napoleonic Wars in the early 19th century (born in 1778, died in 1856). He was recognized for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield and played a significant role in several major battles.
In the realm of literature, the name Stitzinger is associated with the German writer and playwright, Hans Stitzinger (born in 1892, died in 1968). He gained recognition for his works exploring themes of social commentary and the human condition, and his plays were performed in theaters across Germany.
Moving into the 20th century, one cannot overlook the accomplishments of Gertrude Stitzinger, a renowned German artist and sculptor (born in 1914, died in 2001). Her works, which often depicted the human form in abstract and expressionistic styles, were widely exhibited and celebrated throughout her lifetime.
Finally, a more recent figure of note is Karl Stitzinger, a German engineer and inventor (born in 1936, died in 2014). He made significant contributions to the field of automotive engineering, holding several patents for innovative designs and technologies that improved vehicle safety and efficiency.
While the Stitzinger name may not be among the most widely known or celebrated surnames, its rich history and diverse representation across various fields and time periods serve as a testament to the enduring legacy and impact of those who have carried this distinctly German name through the ages.
Demographics
Ancestry and ethnicity for Stitzinger
Among Census respondents with the surname Stitzinger, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (1.8%).
The bar chart below shows how Stitzinger bearers described their own race and ethnicity on the 2020 Census form. The Census Bureau groups responses into six broad categories: White, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Asian and Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaska Native, and Two or More Races. When a category has too few respondents for a given surname, the Bureau suppresses the figure to protect individual privacy, which is why some names show fewer than six slices.
Percentages are shown for every Census year so the breakdown stays comparable over time. When the source file also includes raw headcounts, Name Census shows those alongside the percentages in the legend.
Keep in mind that these are self-reported numbers. A person's surname does not determine their race or ethnicity, and the distribution you see here reflects the specific population who happened to carry the Stitzinger surname at the time of the 2020 Census, not any inherent property of the name itself.
- White90.9% · 100
- Hispanic or Latino4.5% · 5
- American Indian and Alaska Native1.8% · 2
- Two or more races1.8% · 2
- Asian and Pacific Islander0.9% · 1
Timeline
Historical Census data for Stitzinger
Stitzinger appears in 3 published Census surname files: 2000, 2010, 2020. The cards below show how the name's rank and bearer count changed across each release.
2010
#137,327
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 122
-1 bearers (-0.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 9,379 places
2020
#149,446
National surname rank
Recorded bearers 110
-12 bearers (-9.8%)
Per 100,000 0.04
Rank movement Down 12,119 places
| Year | Rank | Count | Per 100K | Count change | Rank change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | #127,948 | 123 | 0.05 | First available Census row | First available Census row |
| 2010 | #137,327 | 122 | 0.04 | -1 bearers (-0.8%) | Down 9,379 places |
| 2020 | #149,446 | 110 | 0.04 | -12 bearers (-9.8%) | Down 12,119 places |
For 2020, the Census Bureau published race and Hispanic-origin columns as counts rather than percentages. Name Census converts those counts back into shares so the ancestry section stays comparable with the older surname files.
Year on year
2010 vs 2020 Census
How has the Stitzinger surname changed between Census years? The chart shows bearer count side by side, and the table compares rank, count, and frequency.
Census year comparison
20102020
| Metric | 2010 | 2020 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #137,327 | #149,446 | -8.8% |
| Count | 122 | 110 | -9.8% |
| Per 100K | 0.04 | 0.04 | -8.0% |
Between the 2010 and 2020 Census, the number of Stitzinger bearers went from 122 to 110 (-9.8% change). The surname moved down 12,119 positions in the national ranking, going from #137,327 to #149,446.
FAQ
Stitzinger surname: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. have the surname Stitzinger?
Name Census estimates that about 126 living Americans carry the surname Stitzinger. Using the current population baseline, that works out to roughly 1 in 2,720,273 residents.
How common is Stitzinger?
Stitzinger ranks #149,446 in the 2020 Census surname tables and is classified on this site as "Very Rare." The Census recorded the name at a frequency of 0.04 per 100,000 residents, which is about 0 people out of every 100,000.
How many people with this surname were counted in the Census?
The raw 2020 Census file counted 110 people with the surname Stitzinger. That is different from the site's living-bearer estimate (126), which projects the surname's present-day count by applying the Census frequency rate to the current U.S. population.
What does 0.04 per 100,000 actually mean?
It is the Census Bureau's normalized frequency measure. A rate of 0.04 per 100,000 means that if you picked a random group of 100,000 U.S. residents, you would expect about 0 of them to have the surname Stitzinger.
Has Stitzinger become more or less common over time?
Between 2010 and 2020, the surname Stitzinger went from 122 recorded bearers to 110. That is a decrease of 12 (-9.8%). In the national ranking it fell from #137,327 to #149,446.
What does the Census say about the background of Stitzinger?
Among Census respondents with the surname Stitzinger, the largest self-reported group is White at 90.9%. The next largest groups are Hispanic (4.5%) and American Indian/Alaska Native (1.8%). These figures come from the 2020 Census Bureau surname tables, based on how respondents described their own race and ethnicity.
Which group reports this surname most often?
White is the largest self-reported group for the surname Stitzinger in the 2020 Census, accounting for 90.9% (100 people in the source table).
What is the full ancestry breakdown?
Stitzinger appears across multiple self-reported groups in the Census data. The largest shares in the 2020 file are White (90.9%), Hispanic (4.5%), American Indian/Alaska Native (1.8%). For 2020, the source file also published raw headcounts for each group, which is why this page can show both percentages and counts in the ancestry section.
Is this page using the latest Census data?
Yes. This page is using the latest surname file currently loaded on Name Census, which is 2020. The historical section above also keeps any older Census surname entries we have for Stitzinger (2000, 2010, 2020).
Does the Census include every surname?
No. The Census Bureau only publishes surnames that appeared at least 100 times in a given decennial Census. That means very rare surnames are excluded entirely, and a surname can appear in one Census release but disappear from a later one if it falls below the reporting threshold.
Why don't the ancestry percentages always add up to exactly 100%?
There are two main reasons: rounding and suppression. The Census Bureau rounds published values, and it may suppress very small cells to protect privacy. For 2020, the Bureau also published raw group counts rather than direct percentages, so Name Census converts those counts back into shares for comparability across census years.
What does Stitzinger mean?
A German locational surname derived from a place name meaning "to dwell by the steep slope". The fuller origin note on this page goes into more detail.
Where does the surname data come from?
All surname statistics on Name Census are drawn from the US Census Bureau's decennial surname frequency tables. These files list every surname that appeared 100 or more times in the 2020 Census, along with a count, a per-100,000 rate, and a self-reported demographic breakdown. You can read the full explanation on our methodology page.
How does Name Census estimate living bearers?
For surnames, Name Census does not age cohorts the way it does for first names. Instead, it takes the Census Bureau's published frequency for Stitzinger (0.04 per 100,000) and applies that rate to the current U.S. resident population to estimate how many living Americans have the surname today.
How many people are called Stitzinger?
Find out how many people have the surname Stitzinger on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.