Explore the Family Name Linear
The meaning of Linear
Probably a variant of Lenear.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Linear in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname "Linear" has slightly increased between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 58,130 in the United States with a total count of 327 people carrying it. By 2010, the rank had risen to 56,710 with an increase in count to 360 individuals. This signifies a growth rate of about 2.44% in rank and 10.09% in count over the decade. Despite these changes, the proportion of the surname per 100,000 population remained the same at 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #58,130 | #56,710 | 2.44% |
| Count | 327 | 360 | 10.09% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Linear
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts in the ethnic identity associated with the surname "Linear." The most significant increase occurred within the Hispanic community, with the percentage rising from 2.75 in 2000 to 5.00 in 2010, marking an 81.82% change. The white population using this surname also increased by 36.11%, while the proportion among those identifying as two or more races rose by 18.59%. However, the percentage of Black individuals with the Linear surname decreased by almost 6% over the same period. Meanwhile, no Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native populations were recorded to hold the Linear surname in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 86.85% | 81.67% | -5.96% |
| White | 6.12% | 8.33% | 36.11% |
| Hispanic | 2.75% | 5% | 81.82% |
| Two or More Races | 3.98% | 4.72% | 18.59% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |