Explore the Family Name Bomgaars
The meaning of Bomgaars
Dutch: topographic name for someone who lived by an orchard, Dutch boomgaard, or a nickname for someone who owned or worked in one. Some characteristic forenames: Dutch Marinus, Arie.
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How common is the last name Bomgaars in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Bomgaars saw a slight decline between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, this surname ranked 68,782 in popularity and had a count of 267. By 2010, its rank had dropped to 71,042, illustrating a change of -3.29 percent, and the count increased slightly to 275, which represents a growth rate of 3.0 percent. The proportion of this surname per 100,000 people also decreased by 10.0 percent over the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,782 | #71,042 | -3.29% |
| Count | 267 | 275 | 3% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.09 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Bomgaars
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Bomgaars, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that it is predominantly linked to the White ethnicity. In 2000, 99.00% of the individuals with this surname identified as White. This percentage experienced a relatively small decrease to 97.45% by 2010, showing a change of -1.57%. During both years, no significant identification with Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities was recorded for this surname.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99% | 97.45% | -1.57% |
| 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% |