Explore the Family Name Brabson
The meaning of Brabson
English (Warwickshire): variant of Brabazon. This form is now rare in Britain.
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How common is the last name Brabson in the United States?
The surname Brabson, based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, has maintained a relatively steady level of popularity in the United States over the past decade. In the year 2000, it was ranked as the 28,824th most popular surname, and by 2010, it had barely slipped to 28,909th. The actual count of individuals with this last name grew slightly, from 777 to 822, which represents a 5.79% increase over that time period. However, when looking at the proportion per 100,000 people, there was a slight decrease from 0.29 to 0.28, marking a -3.45% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #28,824 | #28,909 | -0.29% |
| Count | 777 | 822 | 5.79% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.29 | 0.28 | -3.45% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Brabson
In terms of ethnic identity, again referencing the Decennial U.S. Census data, the largest percentage of individuals with the Brabson surname identify as White, making up 60.83% of the total in 2010, down from 62.81% in 2000. Those identifying as Black comprised the next largest group, holding steady at just over 34%. Notably, there was a significant increase in the number of Hispanic individuals with this surname, rising 223.44% from 0.64% to 2.07%. The representation from two or more races also increased, going up 35% to 2.43% of all Brabsons. There were no recorded instances of Brabsons identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 62.81% | 60.83% | -3.15% |
| Black | 34.23% | 34.06% | -0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 1.8% | 2.43% | 35% |
| Hispanic | 0.64% | 2.07% | 223.44% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |