Explore the Family Name Hogshead
The meaning of Hogshead
English: uncomplimentary nickname meaning ‘hog’s head’. It is no longer found in the British Isles. Compare Hogsed.
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How common is the last name Hogshead in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Hogshead saw minor fluctuations in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Hogshead was ranked as the 114,166th most popular surname, but by 2010, it had dropped slightly to 116,829th place, a change of -2.33%. The number of people with this surname, however, increased from 142 in 2000 to 149 in 2010, marking a growth rate of 4.93%. Despite this increase, the proportion of people with the surname Hogshead per 100k remained at 0.05.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #114,166 | #116,829 | -2.33% |
| Count | 142 | 149 | 4.93% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hogshead
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Hogshead is predominantly White, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, around 98.59% of individuals with this surname identified as White, and this figure increased to 99.33% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of this surname being associated with Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.59% | 99.33% | 0.75% |
| 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% |