Explore the Family Name Behymer
The meaning of Behymer
Altered form of Beckelhymer, a surname of German origin (see also Picklesimer). Compare Behimer. History: The Behymers are descendants of Isaac Picklesimer, who emigrated to North America from Germany around 1720 (see Picklesimer).
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How common is the last name Behymer in the United States?
The surname "Behymer" experienced a slight decrease in popularity from the 2000 to 2010 Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, the surname ranked 26,783 in popularity and had a count of 854, showing a proportion per 100k of 0.32. By 2010, however, the rank had dropped to 27,845 with a total count of 862, reflecting a decline of 3.97% in rank despite a marginal increase of 0.94% in count. The proportion per 100k also saw a decrease by 9.38%, rounding out at 0.29.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #26,783 | #27,845 | -3.97% |
| Count | 854 | 862 | 0.94% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.32 | 0.29 | -9.38% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Behymer
Based on the ethnicity data from the Decennial U.S. Census, those bearing the Behymer surname have primarily identified as White, accounting for 96.02% in 2000 and 95.59% in 2010. This represents a minor decrease of 0.45%. In terms of other ethnic identities, there was a small rise in Hispanic representation from 1.05% to 1.16%, an increase of 10.48%. Those identifying as belonging to two or more races decreased by 31.55%, moving from 1.87% to 1.28%. During both census years, no individuals with the Behymer surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.02% | 95.59% | -0.45% |
| Two or More Races | 1.87% | 1.28% | -31.55% |
| Hispanic | 1.05% | 1.16% | 10.48% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.93% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |