Explore the Family Name Rahill
The meaning of Rahill
Irish: Anglicized form of Gaelic Ó Raghaill (see Reel) or of Ó Raghailligh (see Riley). Some characteristic forenames: Irish Seamus.
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How common is the last name Rahill in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Rahill has seen a significant rise between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 51,458 in popularity and by 2010, it had moved up to rank 48,436, reflecting a 5.87% upward shift. Additionally, the count of individuals carrying the surname also increased from 380 in 2000 to 436 in 2010, which is an increase of 14.74%. The proportion per 100,000 people also experienced a growth rate of 7.14%, moving from 0.14 to 0.15.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #51,458 | #48,436 | 5.87% |
| Count | 380 | 436 | 14.74% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.15 | 7.14% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Rahill
The Decennial U.S. Census data provides interesting insights into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Rahill. In 2000, the overwhelming majority, 98.16% identified as White, but this figure dropped slightly to 93.58% by 2010. There were also noticeable shifts in other ethnic identities during this period. Although there were no individuals identifying as Hispanic or Black in 2000, by 2010, these identities accounted for 2.29% and 2.06% respectively of those carrying the Rahill surname. A smaller percentage, 1.61%, identified as being of two or more races in 2010. However, the proportions of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained at zero.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.16% | 93.58% | -4.67% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.29% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 2.06% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.61% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |