Explore the Family Name Odgers
The meaning of Odgers
English (Cornwall): variant, formed, with post-medieval excrescent -s, of Odger, a name of Norman origin, a variant of Ogier 1.
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How common is the last name Odgers in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Odgers has seen a decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked 32,380th in terms of frequency, but by 2010, it had dropped to 34,835th, reflecting a change of -7.58%. The actual count of individuals bearing this surname also decreased from 670 in 2000 to 648 in 2010, marking a decrease of -3.28%. The proportion of Odgers per 100,000 people also saw a decline of -12.0% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #32,380 | #34,835 | -7.58% |
| Count | 670 | 648 | -3.28% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.25 | 0.22 | -12% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Odgers
Regarding ethnic identity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows some shifts among those with the surname Odgers between 2000 and 2010. While no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander in either year, the percentage identifying as two or more races dropped from 1.49% to 0%. Similarly, the proportion of individuals identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native decreased slightly from 1.19% to 1.08%. However, there were increases in other areas; the percentage of individuals identifying as White fell from 92.69% to 90.59%, while those identifying as Hispanic increased significantly from 3.58% to 5.71%. Additionally, the census recorded an increase in Black individuals from 0% to 1.39%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.69% | 90.59% | -2.27% |
| Hispanic | 3.58% | 5.71% | 59.5% |
| Black | 0% | 1.39% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.19% | 1.08% | -9.24% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 1.49% | 0% | 0% |