Explore the Family Name Burkins
The meaning of Burkins
Altered form of English Burkin.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Burkins in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname "Burkins" saw a slight decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 35,666 and fell slightly to rank at 35,993 in 2010, a decrease of 0.92%. However, the count of people with the Burkins surname actually increased during this period from 596 to 623, marking a 4.53% growth. The proportion per 100K decreased by 4.55%, indicating that while the number of individuals with the Burkins surname grew, it did not keep pace with the general population growth.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #35,666 | #35,993 | -0.92% |
| Count | 596 | 623 | 4.53% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.22 | 0.21 | -4.55% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Burkins
From an ethnic identity perspective, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, there has been a notable shift in the distribution among those bearing the Burkins surname between 2000 and 2010. There was no change in the Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native populations, both remaining at 0%. Those identifying with two or more races saw a modest increase of 17.22%, rising from 1.51% to 1.77%. The White population saw a decrease from 63.42% to 55.06%, a drop of 13.18%. The Hispanic population slightly increased from 2.35% to 2.73%, a rise of 16.17%. However, the most significant change occurred in the Black population, which rose from 31.71% to 39.81%, a substantial increase of 25.54%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 63.42% | 55.06% | -13.18% |
| Black | 31.71% | 39.81% | 25.54% |
| Hispanic | 2.35% | 2.73% | 16.17% |
| Two or More Races | 1.51% | 1.77% | 17.22% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |