Explore the Family Name Countiss
The meaning of Countiss
English: variant of Countess.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Countiss in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname 'Countiss' has seen a decline over the past decade. In 2000, the surname ranked 76,208 in terms of popularity and had a count of 235. However, by 2010, its rank dropped to 100,302 with a count of 180, marking a decrease of 23.4%. The proportion per 100k also fell by 33.33%, from 0.09 in 2000 to 0.06 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #76,208 | #100,302 | -31.62% |
| Count | 235 | 180 | -23.4% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.06 | -33.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Countiss
In terms of ethnicity, 'Countiss' is primarily associated with White and Black communities based on the data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, 77.45% of those with the surname were White and 22.13% were Black. By 2010, while the percentage of Whites declined slightly to 69.44%, the proportion of Blacks increased to 27.22%. Additionally, the data shows a small increase in those identifying as two or more races, from 0 to 2.78%. The surname had no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.45% | 69.44% | -10.34% |
| Black | 22.13% | 27.22% | 23% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.78% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |