Explore the Family Name Hemstock
The meaning of Hemstock
English (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire): nickname from hemp stock, no doubt alluding to the useful fiber that can be got from the stalk of the hemp plant or to its upright growth.
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How common is the last name Hemstock in the United States?
Drawing from the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Hemstock's popularity has seen a slight increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 88,825th most popular surname, with a count of 194. By 2010, its rank had improved to 86,645th and the count increased by 10.82% to 215. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained constant at 0.07 during this time period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #88,825 | #86,645 | 2.45% |
| Count | 194 | 215 | 10.82% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.07 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hemstock
As for the ethnicity associated with the Hemstock surname, based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, it's dominated by those identifying as White. In 2000, 93.81% of individuals with this surname were White, which increased to 95.81% in 2010. No significant change was observed for other ethnicities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native, with either zero or suppressed data reported for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.81% | 95.81% | 2.13% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |