Explore the Family Name Burbage
The meaning of Burbage
English: habitational name from any of the places in Wiltshire, Derbyshire, and Leicestershire, so named with Old English burh ‘fort’ + bæc ‘hill, ridge’ (dative bece).
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How common is the last name Burbage in the United States?
The surname Burbage has exhibited an increase in popularity according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, the surname was ranked 18,847th and by 2010, it had risen to 18,286, a change of approximately 2.98%. The count of individuals with this surname also grew from 1,342 in 2000 to 1,518 in 2010, marking a 13.11% increase. The proportional representation per 100,000 people remained relatively stable, only slightly rising from 0.5 to 0.51.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #18,847 | #18,286 | 2.98% |
| Count | 1,342 | 1,518 | 13.11% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.5 | 0.51 | 2% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Burbage
In terms of ethnic identity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals interesting shifts over the decade. The percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander with the Burbage surname increased by 2.22%, while the White demographic decreased by -2.11%. Individuals identifying with two or more races saw a dramatic rise from 1.34% to 2.17%, a 61.94% change. The Hispanic representation also grew from 0.75% to 1.12%, a 49.33% increase, and the Black community saw a smaller increase of 4.59%. Lastly, the percentage of American Indian and Alaskan Natives rose by 17.86%. This data illustrates the diverse array of ethnic identities associated with the Burbage surname.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87.41% | 85.57% | -2.11% |
| Black | 8.94% | 9.35% | 4.59% |
| Two or More Races | 1.34% | 2.17% | 61.94% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.12% | 1.32% | 17.86% |
| Hispanic | 0.75% | 1.12% | 49.33% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.45% | 0.46% | 2.22% |