Explore the Family Name Goulbourne
The meaning of Goulbourne
English (Lancashire): habitational name from Golborne (Lancashire), Golborne David in Handley (Cheshire), or Golborne Bellow in Tattenhall (Cheshire).
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How common is the last name Goulbourne in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Goulbourne has increased significantly from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Goulbourne was ranked at 40,987th in terms of popularity, but it jumped to 31,754th by 2010, marking a rise of 22.53%. The number of individuals with this surname also grew during this period, with a 44.82% increase from 502 to 727. The proportion of people named Goulbourne per 100,000 residents also rose by 31.58%, from 0.19 in 2000 to 0.25 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #40,987 | #31,754 | 22.53% |
| Count | 502 | 727 | 44.82% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.19 | 0.25 | 31.58% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Goulbourne
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnicity of those with the Goulbourne surname. The majority, 89.55% in 2010 (up from 86.25% in 2000), identify as Black. The next largest ethnic group is those identifying as two or more races, although this percentage decreased by half from 5.78% in 2000 to 2.89% in 2010. The Hispanic and White populations with the Goulbourne surname saw changes as well, with Hispanics decreasing by 25.50% and Whites increasing by 44.29%. A small proportion, 0.69% in 2010, identify as Asian/Pacific Islander, while no one identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 86.25% | 89.55% | 3.83% |
| Hispanic | 4.98% | 3.71% | -25.5% |
| White | 2.19% | 3.16% | 44.29% |
| Two or More Races | 5.78% | 2.89% | -50% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.69% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |