Explore the Family Name Odam
The meaning of Odam
English: variant of Odom.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Odam in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Odam has seen a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The ranking of the name moved from 62,775th place to 60,045th, reflecting an increase of 4.35%. In terms of actual count, the number of people with this last name rose from 298 to 336 during the same period, marking a 12.75% increase. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained consistent at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #62,775 | #60,045 | 4.35% |
| Count | 298 | 336 | 12.75% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Odam
The Decennial U.S. Census data also gives insight into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Odam. Between 2000 and 2010, there was no change in the Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native categories, both remaining at zero. The percentage identifying as White decreased by 5.61%, going from 83.56% to 78.87%. Those reporting as two or more races also saw a decrease by 11.19%, shifting from 2.68% to 2.38%. In contrast, the percentage identifying as Black had a slight increase of 11.63%, moving from 10.40% to 11.61%. Intriguingly, a new category emerged in 2010, with 4.76% identifying as Hispanic.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 83.56% | 78.87% | -5.61% |
| Black | 10.4% | 11.61% | 11.63% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 4.76% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 2.68% | 2.38% | -11.19% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |