Explore the Family Name Cullinane
The meaning of Cullinane
Irish: variant of Cullinan. Some characteristic forenames: Irish Niall.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Cullinane in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Cullinane has slightly increased over a decade. In 2000, the surname was ranked 20,028 in popularity with 1,239 individuals carrying this name. By 2010, this rank remained relatively constant at 20,029, but the count had risen to 1,336 people, marking an increase of approximately 7.83%. However, the proportion of the surname per 100,000 people decreased by around 2.17%, indicating that while the absolute number of individuals with the surname Cullinane grew, its overall prevalence in relation to the total population declined slightly.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #20,028 | #20,029 | 0% |
| Count | 1,239 | 1,336 | 7.83% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.46 | 0.45 | -2.17% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Cullinane
When examining the ethnicity associated with the surname Cullinane, it's clear from the Decennial U.S. Census that changes occurred between 2000 and 2010. The vast majority of those with the surname identified as White, although this percentage dropped slightly from 97.74% in 2000 to 95.58% in 2010. There was no representation from the Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian/Alaskan Native groups in either year. Notably, the proportion of individuals identifying with two or more ethnicities experienced a dramatic rise, increasing from 0.65% in 2000 to 1.87% in 2010. Additionally, there was growth within the Hispanic demographic, which rose from 1.05% to 1.72%. Interestingly, 2010 saw the introduction of Black individuals into the group, making up 0.52% of those with the Cullinane surname.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.74% | 95.58% | -2.21% |
| Two or More Races | 0.65% | 1.87% | 187.69% |
| Hispanic | 1.05% | 1.72% | 63.81% |
| Black | 0% | 0.52% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |