Explore the Family Name Gabrielsen
The meaning of Gabrielsen
Norwegian and Danish: patronymic from the personal name Gabriel. Some characteristic forenames: Scandinavian Alf, Thorvald. German Gerhard, Hans.
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How common is the last name Gabrielsen in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Gabrielsen has seen a significant increase over a decade. In 2000, Gabrielsen was ranked 46,000th in popularity with 437 individuals bearing the surname, and a proportion of 0.16 per 100,000 people. By 2010, the rank improved to 43,151st and the count increased to 501, marking a growth of 14.65%. The proportion per 100,000 also rose by 6.25% to 0.17.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #46,000 | #43,151 | 6.19% |
| Count | 437 | 501 | 14.65% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.17 | 6.25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gabrielsen
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Gabrielsen has also witnessed changes according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, the majority ethnicity was White at 94.05%, followed by two or more races at 2.06%, Hispanic at 1.60%, Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native both at 1.14%, while no Black ethnicity was recorded. By 2010, although the majority remained White, it decreased to 92.22%. There was an increase in Hispanic ethnicity to 2.79% and two or more races to 2.40%. Asian/Pacific Islander rose slightly to 1.20%, but no Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities were noted.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.05% | 92.22% | -1.95% |
| Hispanic | 1.6% | 2.79% | 74.37% |
| Two or More Races | 2.06% | 2.4% | 16.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.14% | 1.2% | 5.26% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.14% | 0% | 0% |