Explore the Family Name Jourdain
How common is the last name Jourdain in the United States?
The surname Jourdain, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, has seen an increase in popularity over the decade from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Jourdain was ranked 29,516th in popularity and by 2010, it had climbed to the 26,695th position, reflecting a 9.56% increase. The number of individuals carrying this surname also rose from 754 to 912 during this period, marking a substantial growth of 20.95%. The proportion of people named Jourdain per 100,000 increased by 10.71%, from 0.28 to 0.31.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #29,516 | #26,695 | 9.56% |
| Count | 754 | 912 | 20.95% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.28 | 0.31 | 10.71% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Jourdain
On the subject of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts in the ethnic identity associated with the surname Jourdain between 2000 and 2010. While no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or of two or more races, there were changes within other groups. The percentage of white individuals bearing this surname decreased by 15%, dropping from 37.67% to 32.02%. Conversely, the percentage of Hispanics and Black individuals with the Jourdain surname increased by 38.19% and 28.45% respectively. On the other hand, those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native witnessed a decrease of 27.25%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 28.51% | 36.62% | 28.45% |
| White | 37.67% | 32.02% | -15% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 19.89% | 14.47% | -27.25% |
| Hispanic | 10.08% | 13.93% | 38.19% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |