Explore the Family Name Harwin

The meaning of Harwin

English (Norfolk): of Norman origin, from the Middle English personal name Hard(e)win (Old French Hard(o)uin, composed of the ancient Germanic elements hard ‘hardy’, ‘brave’ + win ‘friend’). Compare Harden 1.

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How common is the last name Harwin in the United States?

Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Harwin saw a minor decline in popularity between 2000 and 2010. Initially ranked 91,801 in 2000, it fell to 104,602 in 2010, marking a 13.94% decrease. Similarly, the count of individuals with this surname also dropped by 8.06%, from 186 people in 2000 to 171 in 2010. The proportion per 100,000 people showed a slight downward trend as well, decreasing by 14.29% over the decade.

20002010Change
Rank#91,801#104,602-13.94%
Count186171-8.06%
Proportion per 100k0.070.06-14.29%

Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Harwin

In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals bearing the surname Harwin identify as White. From 2000 to 2010, there was a small increase in this proportion, from 95.7% to 97.66%. There were no recorded changes for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or Two or more races. In addition, there were no individuals who identified as Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native for both census years.

20002010Change
White95.7%97.66%2.05%
Asian/Pacific Islander0%0%0%
Two or More Races0%0%0%
Hispanic0%0%0%
Black0%0%0%
American Indian and Alaskan Native0%0%0%