Explore the Family Name Boatswain
The meaning of Boatswain
English (Dorset): occupational name or relationship name from Old English bātswegen (from Old Norse bátsveinn) ‘boatman’, used also as a personal name.
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How common is the last name Boatswain in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Boatswain saw a rise in its popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 89,895th and increased to the 84,463rd position by 2010, marking a 6.04% change. The count of individuals with this surname also increased from 191 to 222 during the same period, reflecting a 16.23% change. Additionally, the proportion per 100,000 people rose slightly by 14.29%, from 0.07 to 0.08.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #89,895 | #84,463 | 6.04% |
| Count | 191 | 222 | 16.23% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.08 | 14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Boatswain
Regarding the ethnicity associated with the surname Boatswain, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. A significant portion with this surname identified as Black, although there was a slight decrease of 2.08% from 94.76% in 2000 to 92.79% in 2010. The Hispanic representation within this demographic also grew by 57.64%, from 3.14% to 4.95%. There were no recorded changes for Asian/Pacific Islander, American Indian and Alaskan Native, White, or those identifying with two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 94.76% | 92.79% | -2.08% |
| Hispanic | 3.14% | 4.95% | 57.64% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| White | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |