Explore the Family Name Burkhead
The meaning of Burkhead
1. English: variant of Birkhead (see Birkett). 2. Americanized form of German Burkhart.
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How common is the last name Burkhead in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Burkhead has seen a shift in popularity between the years 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 11,701 in terms of popularity but by 2010, it had dropped to the 12,454th spot, marking a decrease of 6.44%. Despite the drop in ranking, the actual count of individuals with the Burkhead surname increased from 2,456 in 2000 to 2,492 in 2010, reflecting a growth of 1.47%. However, when considering the proportion per 100,000 people, there was a fall of 7.69%, from 0.91 in 2000 to 0.84 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #11,701 | #12,454 | -6.44% |
| Count | 2,456 | 2,492 | 1.47% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.91 | 0.84 | -7.69% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Burkhead
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Burkhead, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, there were some noticeable changes between 2000 and 2010. The White ethnicity remained the most prevalent, increasing slightly from 91.98% in 2000 to 92.42% in 2010. Those identifying as Black decreased from 4.07% to 3.73%, and those of Hispanic ethnicity also saw a decline from 1.43% to 1.08%. Interestingly, no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in 2000, but by 2010, these groups accounted for 0.64% and 0.40% respectively. The percentage of individuals claiming two or more races dropped marginally from 1.87% to 1.73%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.98% | 92.42% | 0.48% |
| Black | 4.07% | 3.73% | -8.35% |
| Two or More Races | 1.87% | 1.73% | -7.49% |
| Hispanic | 1.43% | 1.08% | -24.48% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.64% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0.4% | 0% |