Explore the Family Name Leclear
The meaning of Leclear
Altered form of French Leclair.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Leclear in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Leclear has seen a slight increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 66,878th in terms of commonality, but by 2010, it had improved its standing to rank 65,782. The count of individuals bearing the Leclear surname increased from 276 to 301 during this period, reflecting a growth rate of 9.06%. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained consistent at 0.1.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,878 | #65,782 | 1.64% |
| Count | 276 | 301 | 9.06% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Leclear
The ethnicity associated with the surname Leclear, as reflected in the Decennial U.S. Census data, is predominantly White, accounting for over 93% in both 2000 and 2010. The percentage representation of this ethnic identity decreased minutely by 0.11% from 2000 to 2010. Individuals identifying as having two or more races made up the second-largest group, though their representation decreased by 17.40% over the decade. As of 2010, there were new entries under Hispanic ethnicity at 2.66%, while no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black. The presence of American Indian and Alaskan Native identities also dropped to 0 from 2.54% in 2000. Certain data was suppressed to protect privacy.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.12% | 93.02% | -0.11% |
| Two or More Races | 3.62% | 2.99% | -17.4% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.66% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.54% | 0% | 0% |