Explore the Family Name Godsil
The meaning of Godsil
English: usual spelling in Ireland of English Godsell, a habitational name from Godsell Farm (Wiltshire), Godshill (Isle of Wight), or Godshill (Hampshire). See also Goodsell.
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How common is the last name Godsil in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Godsil has been steadily gaining popularity in the United States. In 2000, it was ranked as the 47,735th most common surname, but by 2010, it had climbed to 45,347th place - a positive change of 5%. The total count of people with this surname also increased from 417 in 2000 to 472 in 2010, marking a 13.19% increase. Furthermore, the proportion per 100,000 people slightly rose by 6.67%, going from 0.15 in 2000 to 0.16 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,735 | #45,347 | 5% |
| Count | 417 | 472 | 13.19% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.16 | 6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Godsil
As for ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts over the same decade. The percentage of those identifying as white slightly increased from 93.76% in 2000 to 94.28% in 2010. Those considering themselves of Hispanic ethnicity rose by 27.31%, reaching 2.75% in 2010 from 2.16% in 2000. However, there were declines among those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander (from 1.20% to 1.06%) and those reporting two or more races (from 2.88% to 1.27%), experiencing drops of 11.67% and 55.90% respectively. There were no individuals who identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.76% | 94.28% | 0.55% |
| Hispanic | 2.16% | 2.75% | 27.31% |
| Two or More Races | 2.88% | 1.27% | -55.9% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.2% | 1.06% | -11.67% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |