Explore the Family Name Hobb
The meaning of Hobb
English and Scottish: from the Middle English personal name Hobb(e), a pet form of Robert. See also Hobbs.
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How common is the last name Hobb in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Hobb has seen a decline between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it held the rank of 78,035 and dropped to 92,719 by 2010, representing an 18.82% decrease in popularity. The count of individuals with this surname also experienced a decrease from 228 in 2000 to 198 in 2010, marking a 13.16% reduction. The proportion per 100k people also fell by 12.5%, from 0.08 to 0.07 over the same period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #78,035 | #92,719 | -18.82% |
| Count | 228 | 198 | -13.16% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.07 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hobb
Regarding ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that there were some shifts in ethnic identity among those with the surname Hobb between 2000 and 2010. While there were no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Hispanic in either year, there was a slight increase in the percentage of individuals identifying as two or more races, rising from 0 to 3.03%. White individuals represent the majority of Hobbs, although their proportion decreased by 11.48% over the decade. The proportion of Black individuals increased by 19.30%, while that of American Indian and Alaskan Native saw the most significant rise, up by 31.60%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 75.88% | 67.17% | -11.48% |
| Black | 12.28% | 14.65% | 19.3% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 9.21% | 12.12% | 31.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 3.03% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |