Explore the Family Name Allensworth
The meaning of Allensworth
English: probably an altered form of either Ellingsworth or Hollingsworth (also found in the US in the rare spelling Hollensworth). The surname Allensworth seems to have disappeared from British records. History: The most famous bearer of the name is Allen Allensworth (1842–1914), who was born into slavery but escaped and became a Union soldier. Later he was appointed chaplain in the US Army, rising to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. In 1908 he founded Allensworth, CA, a place dedicated to the ideal that African Americans should be able to own property, learn, thrive, and enjoy the ‘American dream’.
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How common is the last name Allensworth in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Allensworth saw a slight decrease in popularity in the U.S between 2000 and 2010. The rank of the name fell from 19,575 to 21,330, marking an 8.97 percent drop. Similarly, the count of people with this surname decreased from 1,275 to 1,228, a fall of about 3.69 percent. This resulted in a proportion per 100k decline from 0.47 to 0.42, reflecting a 10.64 percent reduction.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #19,575 | #21,330 | -8.97% |
| Count | 1,275 | 1,228 | -3.69% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.47 | 0.42 | -10.64% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Allensworth
When it comes to ethnic identity, the Allensworth family has seen some shifts. According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the majority identified as White, with the number slightly increasing from 83.76 percent in 2000 to 84.20 percent in 2010. There was a notable increase in those identifying as Hispanic, with a growth of 55.49 percent during this period. Meanwhile, the percentage of those identifying as Black decreased by 14.13 percent. The number identifying with two or more ethnicities marginally increased by 3.96 percent. However, there were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 83.76% | 84.2% | 0.53% |
| Black | 10.9% | 9.36% | -14.13% |
| Hispanic | 1.73% | 2.69% | 55.49% |
| Two or More Races | 2.27% | 2.36% | 3.96% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |