Explore the Family Name Khaira
The meaning of Khaira
Indian (Punjab): Sikh name based on the name of a Jat clan.
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How common is the last name Khaira in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Khaira has significantly increased from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Khaira was ranked 105,374 in terms of popularity, with a count of 157 individuals bearing this name. By 2010, the rank had risen sharply to 58,337, more than halving its previous ranking. The number of people with the Khaira surname also increased by nearly 122%, with the count reaching 348 individuals. This rise is reflected in the proportion per 100k which doubled from 0.06 to 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #105,374 | #58,337 | 44.64% |
| Count | 157 | 348 | 121.66% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.06 | 0.12 | 100% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Khaira
In regards to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the Khaira surname identify as Asian or Pacific Islander. This ethnic group represented 86.62% of individuals with this surname in 2000 and saw an increase of approximately 9.5% by 2010, accounting for almost 95% of all Khairas. In contrast, those identifying as two or more races decreased dramatically from 11.46% in 2000 to just under 3% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of Khairas identifying as White, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 86.62% | 94.83% | 9.48% |
| Two or More Races | 11.46% | 2.87% | -74.96% |
| White | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |