Explore the Family Name Locks
The meaning of Locks
English (northern): variant of Lock.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Locks in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Locks has seen a slight increase in popularity within the United States over the last decade. In 2000, the name ranked 35,003 in popularity and by 2010, it had moved up to rank 34,758, marking a subtle 0.7% change. The number of people bearing this surname also increased from 610 in 2000 to 650 in 2010, reflecting a 6.56% growth. However, when examined as a proportion per 100,000 residents, the presence of this surname slightly decreased, falling from 0.23 to 0.22, equating to a 4.35% drop.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #35,003 | #34,758 | 0.7% |
| Count | 610 | 650 | 6.56% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.23 | 0.22 | -4.35% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Locks
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insights into the ethnicity of those with the surname Locks. The data for both 2000 and 2010 shows no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native. However, there was a notable increase in individuals identifying as Black, which rose from 47.70% in 2000 to 53.08% in 2010. Those who identified as White decreased from 48.20% to 42.00%, marking a 12.86% shift. There were slight increases amongst those identifying as belonging to two or more races, going from 1.48% to 1.69% and for those identifying as Hispanic, increasing from 2.13% to 2.46%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 47.7% | 53.08% | 11.28% |
| White | 48.2% | 42% | -12.86% |
| Hispanic | 2.13% | 2.46% | 15.49% |
| Two or More Races | 1.48% | 1.69% | 14.19% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |