Explore the Family Name Fulsom
The meaning of Fulsom
Altered form of English Folsom.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Fulsom in the United States?
According to data derived from the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Fulsom increased between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Fulsom was ranked 67,113th in popularity, but by 2010, it had climbed to 63,698th—a 5.09% increase. The count of individuals with this surname also grew during this period, rising from 275 to 313, marking a 13.82% jump. The proportion of people named Fulsom per 100,000 also experienced growth, up by 10.0%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #67,113 | #63,698 | 5.09% |
| Count | 275 | 313 | 13.82% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.11 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Fulsom
The Decennial U.S. Census's ethnicity data shows that the ethnic identity associated with Fulsom underwent some changes from 2000 to 2010. For those identifying as two or more races, the percentage dipped slightly from 10.91% to 9.90%, and for those identifying as white, there was a decrease from 40.36% to 37.70%. Those identifying as Black saw a slight increase from 35.27% to 35.78%. The data for Asian/Pacific Islanders and Hispanics showed no change, remaining at 0%. Meanwhile, those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native decreased from 10.91% to 9.58%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 40.36% | 37.7% | -6.59% |
| Black | 35.27% | 35.78% | 1.45% |
| Two or More Races | 10.91% | 9.9% | -9.26% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 10.91% | 9.58% | -12.19% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2.55% | 0% | 0% |