Explore the Family Name Chauncy
The meaning of Chauncy
English (of Norman origin): habitational name from any of several places in France called Chancé, for example in Ille-et-Villaine.
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How common is the last name Chauncy in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Chauncy has seen an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname was ranked as the 140,756th most popular, while in 2010, it moved up in ranking to the 120,187th position, a change of 14.61 percent. The count of individuals bearing this surname also rose during this decade, from 109 in 2000 to 144 in 2010, marking an increase of 32.11 percent. The proportion per 100,000 people increased by 25 percent, with the ratio moving from 0.04 in 2000 to 0.05 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #140,756 | #120,187 | 14.61% |
| Count | 109 | 144 | 32.11% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.04 | 0.05 | 25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Chauncy
The data from the Decennial U.S. Census also highlights the ethnic identity associated with the surname Chauncy. Over the decade from 2000 to 2010, there were no reported individuals with this surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native. However, those identifying as White increased from 88.99 percent to 90.28 percent, displaying a change of 1.45 percent. Individuals identifying as Black decreased significantly from 11.01 percent in 2000 to 5.56 percent in 2010, a drop of 49.50 percent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 88.99% | 90.28% | 1.45% |
| Black | 11.01% | 5.56% | -49.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |