Explore the Family Name Freehill
The meaning of Freehill
Altered form of Irish Friel.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Freehill in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Freehill saw an increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Freehill was ranked 60,390th with a count of 312 people bearing the name. By 2010, the rank had increased to 59,017, and the count rose to 343 individuals, marking a growth rate of about 9.94%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #60,390 | #59,017 | 2.27% |
| Count | 312 | 343 | 9.94% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Freehill
In terms of ethnic identity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows that the vast majority of individuals with the surname Freehill identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with percentages of 98.08% and 97.08% respectively, indicating a slight decrease over the decade. No individuals bearing the surname Freehill identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year. Additionally, there were no reported instances of individuals identifying as two or more races.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.08% | 97.08% | -1.02% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |