Explore the Family Name Busam
The meaning of Busam
South German: from Old High German buosam ‘bosom’, probably a nickname for someone with a conspicuous feature on this part of the body. The word was used for both sexes. Some characteristic forenames: German Kurt.
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How common is the last name Busam in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Busam has seen a slight rise between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked at 47,735 and by 2010 it had climbed to 47,107, marking a 1.32% change. The count of individuals with this surname also increased from 417 to 451 during the same period, a growth of 8.15%. However, the proportion per 100k remained consistent at 0.15.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,735 | #47,107 | 1.32% |
| Count | 417 | 451 | 8.15% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.15 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Busam
The ethnic identity affiliated with the surname Busam experienced some shifts as well, according to the Decennial U.S. Census. Individuals of White ethnicity continue to represent the majority, although their percentage decreased from 97.12% in 2000 to 92.24% in 2010. During the same period, representation of Asian/Pacific Islander ethnicity grew significantly from 1.20% to 3.55%. There was also an increase in individuals identifying with two or more races, rising from none in 2000 to 1.11% in 2010. The Hispanic representation doubled from 1.44% in 2000 to 2.88% in 2010. The proportions for Black ethnicity and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained at 0% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.12% | 92.24% | -5.02% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.2% | 3.55% | 195.83% |
| Hispanic | 1.44% | 2.88% | 100% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.11% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |