Explore the Family Name Oree
The meaning of Oree
Altered form of English Horry.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Oree in the United States?
The surname Oree has seen a notable increase in popularity within the United States from 2000 to 2010, according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. Initially ranked 45,909th in 2000, it moved up to 42,511th by 2010, a 7.4% change. The number of individuals sharing this surname also rose, with the count growing from 438 people in 2000 to 510 by 2010, reflecting a significant 16.44% increase. The proportion of individuals per 100,000 with this surname also increased marginally from 0.16 to 0.17 during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #45,909 | #42,511 | 7.4% |
| Count | 438 | 510 | 16.44% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.17 | 6.25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Oree
Analyzing the ethnic identity associated with the surname Oree, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals a diverse array. The majority identify as Black, with an increase from 82.88% in 2000 to 84.90% in 2010. The White population with this surname experienced a slight decrease from 10.50% to 10%. Those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander showed a considerable drop from 3.20% to 1.57%. The Hispanic percentage also descended slightly during this time frame from 1.83% to 1.57%. Interestingly, the category of "two or more races" appeared in 2010 with 1.96%, while the American Indian and Alaskan Native category remained at zero for both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 82.88% | 84.9% | 2.44% |
| White | 10.5% | 10% | -4.76% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.96% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 3.2% | 1.57% | -50.94% |
| Hispanic | 1.83% | 1.57% | -14.21% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |