Explore the Family Name Over
The meaning of Over
1. English: habitational name from any of several places called Over, such as those in Cambridgeshire, Cheshire, and Gloucestershire, or Littleover and Mickleover (both in Derbyshire), or a topographic name from residence at a bank or river bank, from Old English ōfer ‘bank’, or from residence in the upper part of a settlement or at the top of a slope, from Old English ofer ‘slope, hill, ridge’. 2. North German and Dutch: topographic name denoting someone who lived above or beyond a settlement or feature. 3. Swedish (Över): ornamental name of unexplained etymology.
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How common is the last name Over in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname "Over" has seen a slight decline in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 22,222 among all surnames, but by 2010, it had slipped to 24,112 - a decrease of approximately 8.51%. The number of people with this surname also decreased during this period, from 1,083 to 1,044, marking a drop of 3.6%. Consequently, the proportion of individuals named Over per 100,000 people also dipped by 12.5%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #22,222 | #24,112 | -8.51% |
| Count | 1,083 | 1,044 | -3.6% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.4 | 0.35 | -12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Over
The Decennial U.S. Census data also indicates shifts in the ethnic identity associated with the surname "Over". While the surname remained predominantly White, with 90.77% in 2000 and 87.55% in 2010, there were notable changes in other categories. The percentage of individuals identifying as Hispanic almost doubled from 2000 to 2010, increasing from 1.75% to 3.35%. Similarly, those identifying as Black increased from 3.79% to 6.23%, showcasing a growth of 64.38%. However, the percentage of people identifying as belonging to two or more races declined by 12.08%. There were no recorded instances of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 90.77% | 87.55% | -3.55% |
| Black | 3.79% | 6.23% | 64.38% |
| Hispanic | 1.75% | 3.35% | 91.43% |
| Two or More Races | 2.4% | 2.11% | -12.08% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |