Explore the Family Name Mchatton
The meaning of Mchatton
Scottish: Anglicized form of Gaelic Mac Chatan ‘son of Catan or Cadán’, a Gaelic personal name of unexplained etymology, borne by a Christian saint who lived in the northwest of Ireland and in Scotland. There are dedications to Saint Catan in northwest Derry, Bute, Colonsay, and elsewhere. Compare McElhatton, Hatton.
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How common is the last name Mchatton in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Mchatton has seen a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. Its rank climbed from 42,529 to 39,773, reflecting an increase of 6.48%. The number of individuals with this surname also increased by 15.0% during the same period, growing from 480 to 552. The proportion of individuals named Mchatton per 100,000 people in the U.S. population also saw a modest increase of 5.56%, indicating that the name has become slightly more common.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #42,529 | #39,773 | 6.48% |
| Count | 480 | 552 | 15% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.19 | 5.56% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Mchatton
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Mchatton, according to the Decennial U.S. Census, is predominantly White, although there have been some shifts over time. In 2000, 97.08% of those with the surname identified as White, decreasing slightly to 95.83% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying as having two or more races increased significantly, from 1.04% to 1.99%, marking a substantial change of 91.35%. Those identifying as Hispanic saw a 30.40% increase, rising from 1.25% to 1.63%. No individuals with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.08% | 95.83% | -1.29% |
| Two or More Races | 1.04% | 1.99% | 91.35% |
| Hispanic | 1.25% | 1.63% | 30.4% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |