Explore the Family Name Govier
The meaning of Govier
English (southwestern): unexplained.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Govier in the United States?
The surname Govier has seen a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010, according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, Govier ranked 61,713 in terms of popular surnames, and it rose slightly to rank 61,297 in 2010, marking a 0.67% increase in rank. The count of individuals carrying this surname also increased by 7.89%, from 304 in 2000 to 328 in 2010. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained stable at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,713 | #61,297 | 0.67% |
| Count | 304 | 328 | 7.89% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Govier
In terms of ethnic identity, the majority of individuals with the surname Govier identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, based on the Decennial U.S. Census. There was a minor decrease in this group from 97.70% to 95.43%. Meanwhile, there was an increase in the percentage of individuals identifying as Hispanic, moving up from 1.64% to 2.44%. The census reported no Goviers identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.7% | 95.43% | -2.32% |
| Hispanic | 1.64% | 2.44% | 48.78% |
| 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% |