Explore the Family Name Keates
The meaning of Keates
English (mainly Staffordshire): variant of Keate (see Kite), with post-medieval excrescent -s.
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How common is the last name Keates in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Keates was ranked 97,384 in popularity in the year 2000 and dropped to 103,655 by 2010, indicating a decrease of 6.44%. The count of individuals with this surname did not change from 2000 to 2010, remaining steady at 173. The proportion of people with the Keates surname per 100,000 population also remained unchanged at 0.06.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #97,384 | #103,655 | -6.44% |
| Count | 173 | 173 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Keates
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the surname Keates identify as White, with an increase from 89.60% in 2000 to 90.17% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying as Hispanic also increased from 3.47% to 5.78% over the same period. However, there was a notable decrease in the number identifying as Black, dropping from 6.94% to 4.05%. The census reported no changes in the percentages of individuals who identify as Asian/Pacific Islander, two or more races, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 89.6% | 90.17% | 0.64% |
| Hispanic | 3.47% | 5.78% | 66.57% |
| Black | 6.94% | 4.05% | -41.64% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |