Explore the Family Name Kinahan
The meaning of Kinahan
Irish (Offaly and Kilkenny): Anglicized form of Gaelic Ó Coinneacháin, from the personal name Coinneachan, a pet form of Coinneach (see Kenneth). Some characteristic forenames: Irish Caitlin, Eoin.
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How common is the last name Kinahan in the United States?
Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Kinahan has seen a rise in popularity over the past decade. In 2000, it was ranked 58,397th, but by 2010, it had risen to 53,072nd—a growth of 9.12%. The total count for this surname also increased, going from 325 in 2000 to 390 in 2010, representing a 20% increase. Furthermore, the proportion of Kinahans per 100,000 people saw an 8.33% growth during this period, moving from 0.12 to 0.13.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #58,397 | #53,072 | 9.12% |
| Count | 325 | 390 | 20% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.13 | 8.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Kinahan
When it comes to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of individuals with the Kinahan surname identify as White—94.62% in 2010, down slightly from 98.15% in 2000. There was no recorded change between 2000 and 2010 for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native. However, there was a small increase in those reporting two or more races, from 0% in 2000 to 2.05% in 2010. Additionally, those identifying as Hispanic saw a notable increase, rising from 1.54% in 2000 to 2.31% in 2010—a 50% increase.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.15% | 94.62% | -3.6% |
| Hispanic | 1.54% | 2.31% | 50% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.05% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |