Explore the Family Name Neaton
The meaning of Neaton
English: possibly a habitational name from Neaton in Norfolk. However, the modern surname occurs chiefly in the English Midlands suggesting a different source may be involved.
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How common is the last name Neaton in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Neaton has seen a slight decrease over the years. In 2000, it was ranked 82,691 in popularity and had a count of 212, with the proportion per 100k being 0.08. By 2010, the rank fell to 91,625 with a count of 201 households bearing the name, which equates to a proportion of 0.07 per 100k. This shows a change of -10.8 in rank and -5.19 in the count.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #82,691 | #91,625 | -10.8% |
| Count | 212 | 201 | -5.19% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.07 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Neaton
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the surname Neaton identify as White. In 2000, this figure was at 95.75%, increasing slightly to 96.52% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the Neaton surname identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.75% | 96.52% | 0.8% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |