Explore the Family Name Chaudoir
The meaning of Chaudoir
French: from a shortened form of échaudoir ‘scalding vat’, a metonymic occupational name for a butcher. This surname is very rare in France. Some characteristic forenames: French Patrice.
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How common is the last name Chaudoir in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Chaudoir has seen a slight drop in popularity between 2000 and 2010. Although there was a minor increase in count from 223 to 231, the rank of the surname dropped from 79394 to 81772, indicating a 3.0% decrease in popularity. The proportion per 100k remained consistent at 0.08 for both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #79,394 | #81,772 | -3% |
| Count | 223 | 231 | 3.59% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Chaudoir
Regarding ethnic identity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows that the Chaudoir surname is predominantly associated with White ethnicity, showing a slight increase from 94.17% in 2000 to 94.81% in 2010. The Hispanic representation also increased significantly, from 2.69% to 4.76%. However, the proportion of those identifying as two or more races decreased to 0 in 2010, from 3.14% in 2000. There were no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.17% | 94.81% | 0.68% |
| Hispanic | 2.69% | 4.76% | 76.95% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 3.14% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |