Explore the Family Name Branom
The meaning of Branom
English: variant of Branham.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Branom in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Branom has seen a slight increase between 2000 and 2010 in the United States. In 2000, Branom was ranked as the 58,692nd most popular surname, and by 2010 it had risen slightly to the 57,639th position, reflecting a change of about 1.79%. This rise in rank corresponds with an increase in the number of people bearing this surname from 323 in 2000 to 353 in 2010, which is approximately a 9.29% growth. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100,000 population remained consistent at 0.12 over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #58,692 | #57,639 | 1.79% |
| Count | 323 | 353 | 9.29% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Branom
In regard to ethnic identity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census indicates some diversity among those sharing the surname Branom. In 2000, the majority identified as White (77.71%), followed by Black (18.27%). However, by 2010 there were noticeable changes. While the percentage of White individuals decreased to 71.10%, the percentage of Black individuals increased to 21.53%. During the same period, new categories emerged with 1.70% identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and 3.97% indicating they are of two or more races. There were no individuals who identified as Hispanic or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.71% | 71.1% | -8.51% |
| Black | 18.27% | 21.53% | 17.84% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 3.97% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.7% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |