Explore the Family Name Gunnett
The meaning of Gunnett
English (Middlesex): from the Middle English female personal name Gunnot, a diminutive of Gunne (see Gunn).
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How common is the last name Gunnett in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Gunnett has maintained a relatively stable presence in the United States over the past decade. In 2000, it was ranked as the 56,246th most popular surname, with 340 individuals carrying the name. By 2010, it had slightly declined in rank to 58,604, despite an increase in count to 346 individuals. The proportion of people with the surname Gunnett per 100,000 decreased by 7.69% over this period, indicating its relative decrease in popularity.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #56,246 | #58,604 | -4.19% |
| Count | 340 | 346 | 1.76% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.13 | 0.12 | -7.69% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gunnett
In terms of ethnic identity, the majority of individuals with the surname Gunnett have been identified as White, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 94.71% of those with this surname were White, decreasing slightly to 94.22% in 2010. Interestingly, there was a growth in the percentage of individuals identifying with two or more races, increasing from 2.06% in 2000 to 2.89% in 2010. There were no changes detected in other categories such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native, which all remained at 0%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.71% | 94.22% | -0.52% |
| Two or More Races | 2.06% | 2.89% | 40.29% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |