Explore the Family Name Galdames
The meaning of Galdames
Basque: habitational name from Galdames in Biscay, Basque Country (Spain).
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How common is the last name Galdames in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Galdames has seen steady growth in popularity over the past decade. In 2000, it was ranked as the 81,414th most popular surname, with an absolute count of 216 individuals bearing this name. By 2010, the name had jumped to the 65,964th position, representing an increase of nearly 19%. The number of people with the surname also grew, reaching 300 by 2010 for a growth rate of nearly 39%. This represents a proportional increase from 0.08 to 0.1 per 100k.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #81,414 | #65,964 | 18.98% |
| Count | 216 | 300 | 38.89% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.1 | 25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Galdames
In terms of ethnicity, according to the data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the majority of those with the Galdames surname identified as Hispanic. This group accounted for 96.3% of all Galdames in 2000, though this figure slightly decreased to 95.33% by 2010. Meanwhile, a small percentage identified as White, making up 3.7% of the total Galdames population in 2000 and falling to 3.33% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals with this surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 96.3% | 95.33% | -1.01% |
| White | 3.7% | 3.33% | -10% |
| 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% |