Explore the Family Name Dubuque
The meaning of Dubuque
Altered form of French Dubuc. The surname Dubuque is also found in France, where it is very rare. Some characteristic forenames: French Andre, Calice, Normand.
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How common is the last name Dubuque in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Dubuque has seen minor changes between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Dubuque ranked 18,811 in terms of popularity and slightly dropped to 19,498 in 2010, marking a decrease of 3.65%. However, the count of individuals with this surname increased from 1,346 to 1,385 over the decade, showing a growth rate of 2.9%. The proportion per 100k of the population bearing the Dubuque surname decreased by 6% from 0.5 in 2000 to 0.47 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #18,811 | #19,498 | -3.65% |
| Count | 1,346 | 1,385 | 2.9% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.5 | 0.47 | -6% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dubuque
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. The majority of individuals with the Dubuque surname identified as White, although this group saw a slight decrease from 95.62% in 2000 to 94.15% in 2010. The Hispanic representation within the Dubuque surname increased by 55.61%, moving from 2.23% in 2000 to 3.47% in 2010. Those identifying as two or more races also experienced growth, from 0.89% in 2000 to 1.23% in 2010. While there were no individuals with the Dubuque surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander in 2000, by 2010, this group made up 0.58% of the Dubuques. The portion of individuals identifying as Black went from 0.82% in 2000 to zero in 2010. There were no individuals identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.62% | 94.15% | -1.54% |
| Hispanic | 2.23% | 3.47% | 55.61% |
| Two or More Races | 0.89% | 1.23% | 38.2% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.58% | 0% |
| Black | 0.82% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |