Explore the Family Name Cheer
The meaning of Cheer
English (Berkshire): nickname from Middle English cher(e), chier(e) ‘worthy, noble’ (Old French chier, cher). This word was also used as a personal name.
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How common is the last name Cheer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname "Cheer" has seen significant changes over the years. In 2000, it was ranked 91,004 in terms of commonality and had 188 individuals bearing this last name. A decade later, in 2010, its rank fell to 139,228 with only 120 counts, marking a decline of 52.99% and 36.17% respectively. The proportion per 100,000 people also decreased by 42.86%, from 0.07 in 2000 to 0.04 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #91,004 | #139,228 | -52.99% |
| Count | 188 | 120 | -36.17% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.04 | -42.86% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Cheer
The ethnicity associated with the surname "Cheer" has also evolved between 2000 and 2010 according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 61.70% identified as White, while in 2010, the percentage remained almost stable at 61.67%. The Asian/Pacific Islander category saw a slight increase from 7.98% to 8.33%. Interestingly, individuals identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native increased by 2.82%, from 17.02% to 17.50%. However, those identifying as Black saw a decrease from 8.51% to 6.67%. There were no counts for individuals identifying with two or more races or as Hispanic in both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.7% | 61.67% | -0.05% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 17.02% | 17.5% | 2.82% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 7.98% | 8.33% | 4.39% |
| Black | 8.51% | 6.67% | -21.62% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |