Explore the Family Name Balkcom
The meaning of Balkcom
English: variant of Balcombe (see Balcom).
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Balkcom in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Balkcom has witnessed a slight increase from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 31,339 in popularity, but rose to 29,473 by 2010, indicating an upward shift of 5.95%. The number of individuals with this surname also increased during this period. In 2000, there were 699 people with the surname Balkcom, and by 2010, that number had climbed to 801, marking a percentage change of 14.59. This is represented by the proportion per 100,000 people which showed a modest growth from 0.26 to 0.27.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #31,339 | #29,473 | 5.95% |
| Count | 699 | 801 | 14.59% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.26 | 0.27 | 3.85% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Balkcom
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows some changes for those carrying the Balkcom surname between 2000 and 2010. The percentages for Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities remained constant at zero. Those identifying as two or more races saw a significant increase of 28.68%, going up from 2.72% in 2000 to 3.50% in 2010. Individuals who identified as White decreased from 61.52% in 2000 to 57.55% in 2010, a decrease of 6.45%. There was a slight increase in the Hispanic population from 2.86% to 2.87%. Lastly, those who identify as Black saw a notable rise from 32.47% in 2000 to 35.71% in 2010, a change of 9.98%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.52% | 57.55% | -6.45% |
| Black | 32.47% | 35.71% | 9.98% |
| Two or More Races | 2.72% | 3.5% | 28.68% |
| Hispanic | 2.86% | 2.87% | 0.35% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |