Explore the Family Name Dredge
The meaning of Dredge
English: variant of Drage.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Dredge in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Dredge saw a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The rank of this surname improved from 42,983 to 41,657, marking an increase of approximately 3.08%. In terms of count, there was also a significant increase from 474 to 522, denoting a 10.13% increase. However, the proportion per 100k remained constant at 0.18.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #42,983 | #41,657 | 3.08% |
| Count | 474 | 522 | 10.13% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.18 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dredge
Turning to the ethnicity associated with the Dredge surname, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the majority identify as White. In 2000, 96.62% of individuals with the Dredge surname identified as White, and although this figure decreased slightly to 95.98% by 2010, it still represents the overwhelming majority. Over the same period, those identifying as Hispanic saw an increase from 2.11% to 2.49%, indicating growth of approximately 18.01%. The census data showed no individuals with the Dredge surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.62% | 95.98% | -0.66% |
| Hispanic | 2.11% | 2.49% | 18.01% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |