Explore the Family Name Might
The meaning of Might
English: presumably a nickname for a strong man.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Might in the United States?
The popularity of the surname "Might" has been on a decline in the United States according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, it was ranked 60,706 with about 310 recorded instances of its use. By 2010, the rank had fallen to 79,338 and the count had also decreased to 240—a drop of around 22.58%. The proportion per 100,000 people also saw a reduction from 0.11 in 2000 to 0.08 in 2010, a change of approximately -27.27%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #60,706 | #79,338 | -30.69% |
| Count | 310 | 240 | -22.58% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.08 | -27.27% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Might
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of people with the surname "Might" identify as White. In 2000, this group accounted for 93.23% and slightly decreased to 91.25% by 2010. The surname was not found among individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or Hispanic in either years. On the other hand, the percentage of individuals with this name who identified as Black or of two or more races showed an increase—rising from 2.26% to 4.17% and 1.61% to 3.33%, respectively. However, it's important to note that no individuals with the surname "Might" identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native in 2010, despite making up 2.90% of the total in 2000.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.23% | 91.25% | -2.12% |
| Black | 2.26% | 4.17% | 84.51% |
| Two or More Races | 1.61% | 3.33% | 106.83% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.9% | 0% | 0% |