Explore the Family Name Daykin
The meaning of Daykin
English (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire): variant of Dakin.
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How common is the last name Daykin in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Daykin has seen a mild increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked at 64,934 with 286 occurrences, but by 2010 it had risen to rank 62,714 with 319 occurrences, reflecting an 11.54% increase in usage. However, the proportion per 100k remained steady at 0.11, indicating that while the name experienced growth in absolute numbers, its relative popularity did not significantly change.
2000 | 2010 | Change | |
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Rank | #64,934 | #62,714 | 3.42% |
Count | 286 | 319 | 11.54% |
Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Daykin
Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals a slight shift in the demographic makeup associated with the Daykin surname from 2000 to 2010. While the majority of those bearing the name identified as White (96.15% in 2000, decreasing to 92.79% in 2010), there was a noticeable increase in the Hispanic population, from 2.45% in 2000 to 5.02% in 2010. A new ethnic identity also emerged during this period, with 2.19% identifying as belonging to two or more races in 2010. However, no individuals with the Daykin surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during both census periods.
2000 | 2010 | Change | |
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White | 96.15% | 92.79% | -3.49% |
Hispanic | 2.45% | 5.02% | 104.9% |
Two or More Races | 0% | 2.19% | 0% |
Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |