Explore the Family Name Blanchett
The meaning of Blanchett
1. Variant of Blanchette 1, a surname of French origin. 2. English (of Norman origin): usually a variant of Blanchard. Perhaps occasionally an occupational name for a maker or seller of a white or undyed woollen cloth, from Middle English blankett, blanchet (Old French blankete), or perhaps for a person with white hair, from Old French blanc ‘white’ + Middle English hed ‘head’ (Old English hēafod). Some characteristic forenames: French Hilaire, Jacques.
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How common is the last name Blanchett in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname 'Blanchett' has seen a slight rise in popularity over the past decade. In 2000, it was ranked 32,609 and increased to 32,268 by 2010, showing a growth rate of 1.05%. The count of people with this surname also grew from 664 in 2000 to 714 in 2010, a positive change of 7.53%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people dropped slightly from 0.25 in 2000 to 0.24 in 2010, marking a decrease of 4%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,609 | #32,268 | 1.05% |
| Count | 664 | 714 | 7.53% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.25 | 0.24 | -4% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Blanchett
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows some interesting shifts. In 2000, nearly 80% of those with the surname 'Blanchett' identified as White, but this figure dipped slightly to about 78% in 2010. The Hispanic representation also decreased from 2.56% in 2000 to 1.96% in 2010. Conversely, there was a noticeable increase in the Black community, from 14.91% in 2000 to 16.81% in 2010. The data for Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native was either zero or suppressed for privacy in both years, but there was a new entry in 2010 for those identifying with two or more races, at 2.38%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 79.82% | 77.87% | -2.44% |
| Black | 14.91% | 16.81% | 12.74% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.38% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2.56% | 1.96% | -23.44% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.36% | 0% | 0% |