Explore the Family Name Lightell
The meaning of Lightell
1. English (Durham): unexplained. 2. Perhaps an Americanized form of German Lichtel, a habitational name from a place called Lichtel, recorded in 1224 as Lihental.
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How common is the last name Lightell in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the Lightell surname in terms of popularity has seen a slight decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 48,567 and by 2010 its ranking had dropped to 51,396, indicating a decrease of about 5.82%. The count of individuals with the Lightell surname also declined slightly from 408 in 2000 to 405 in 2010, a decrease of around 0.74%. Consequently, the proportion of people with this surname per 100k fell by 6.67%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,567 | #51,396 | -5.82% |
| Count | 408 | 405 | -0.74% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.14 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Lightell
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insights into the ethnicity associated with the Lightell surname. In 2000, the majority of Lightells were White (72.79%), followed by Black (20.34%), Hispanic (3.68%), and a smaller percentage identified as two or more races (1.96%). No individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native. By 2010, there were shifts in the ethnic identities associated with the surname. The percentage of White Lightells decreased to 62.72%, while the percentages of Black and Hispanic Lightells increased to 26.17% and 6.42% respectively. The percentage of Lightells identifying as two or more races also saw an increase to 2.47%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 72.79% | 62.72% | -13.83% |
| Black | 20.34% | 26.17% | 28.66% |
| Hispanic | 3.68% | 6.42% | 74.46% |
| Two or More Races | 1.96% | 2.47% | 26.02% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |