Explore the Family Name Almen
The meaning of Almen
1. Swedish (Almén): topographic or ornamental name from alm ‘elm’ + the adjectival suffix -én, a derivative of Latin -enius ‘relating to’. 2. Norwegian: habitational name from any of various farmsteads named Almen (‘the elm’). 3. Jewish (Ashkenazic): status name from Yiddish almen ‘widower’ (of Hebrew origin, compare modern Hebrew alman). Some characteristic forenames: Scandinavian Erik, Lennart.
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How common is the last name Almen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Almen has experienced a decline between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked at 68,782nd place with 267 individuals bearing this last name. However, by 2010, it had dropped to the 85,357th rank with only 219 individuals, representing a change of -24.1 in ranking and -17.98 in count. The proportion per 100,000 people also declined during this period from 0.1 to 0.07, marking a decrease of 30%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,782 | #85,357 | -24.1% |
| Count | 267 | 219 | -17.98% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.07 | -30% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Almen
Regarding the ethnic identity tied to the surname Almen, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals some changes as well between 2000 and 2010. The percentage of those identifying as White decreased from 86.14% to 80.37%, while the representation from Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic backgrounds both saw an increase. The Asian/Pacific Islander group rose from 4.12% to 8.68%, signifying a substantial change of 110.68%. The Hispanic group slightly increased from 8.24% to 8.68%, a 5.34% uptick. There were no individuals identified as being Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year for this surname.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 86.14% | 80.37% | -6.7% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 4.12% | 8.68% | 110.68% |
| Hispanic | 8.24% | 8.68% | 5.34% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |