Explore the Family Name Betourne
The meaning of Betourne
French (Bétourné): from Old French bestorne ‘misshapen’, used as a nickname for a deformed or crippled individual. Compare Bitney.
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How common is the last name Betourne in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Betourne has seen a decline over time. In 2000, Betourne was ranked 121,058 in popularity, with a count of 132 individuals bearing the surname. Ten years later, in 2010, its rank dropped to 146,201 with a decreased count of 113. As such, the change in rank and count from 2000 to 2010 saw a decrease of 20.77 and 14.39 percent respectively. The proportion per 100k also declined by 20 percent from 0.05 in 2000 to 0.04 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #121,058 | #146,201 | -20.77% |
| Count | 132 | 113 | -14.39% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.05 | 0.04 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Betourne
Regarding ethnicity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census indicates that the majority of individuals with the surname Betourne identify as White. In 2000, this demographic accounted for 96.97 percent of all Betournes. By 2010, while still representing the largest ethnic group, the percentage had slightly decreased to 95.58, marking a change of -1.43. The records show no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, American Indian and Alaskan Native or those belonging to two or more races, both in 2000 and 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.97% | 95.58% | -1.43% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |