Explore the Family Name Dotts
The meaning of Dotts
Americanized form of German Datz.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Dotts in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Dotts has seen a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 19,828 but climbed to 19,551 by 2010, marking a 1.4% change in ranking. The count of people with this surname also grew from 1,255 individuals in 2000 to 1,381 in 2010, showing a growth rate of approximately 10.04%. Despite these changes, the proportion per 100K stayed consistent at 0.47.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #19,828 | #19,551 | 1.4% |
| Count | 1,255 | 1,381 | 10.04% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.47 | 0.47 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dotts
The ethnicity associated with the surname Dotts also shifted slightly over the decade, according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In terms of ethnic identity, there was no representation from the Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native communities in either 2000 or 2010. Those identifying as two or more races saw noticeable growth of 43.98%, increasing from 1.91% in 2000 to 2.75% in 2010. Individuals who identified as White made up the majority, with 80% in 2000 marginally decreasing to 79.72% in 2010. The Hispanic population witnessed an increase of 8.21%, whereas the Black population saw a decline of 4.9%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 80% | 79.72% | -0.35% |
| Black | 15.3% | 14.55% | -4.9% |
| Two or More Races | 1.91% | 2.75% | 43.98% |
| Hispanic | 2.07% | 2.24% | 8.21% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |