Explore the Family Name Ramlogan
The meaning of Ramlogan
Indian: from a personal name from Hindi ramlagan meaning ‘adoration of or dedication to Rama’ (see Ram). This surname is found mainly in Trinidad and Tobago; it is not used in India.
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How common is the last name Ramlogan in the United States?
The popularity of the surname Ramlogan saw a significant increase from 2000 to 2010 according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. The rank of the name jumped from 79,958 in 2000 to 55,619 in 2010, marking a change of 30.44 percent. This boost in rank is mirrored by the count of individuals with this surname, which grew by nearly 67 percent over the course of a decade. By 2010, the proportion of people named Ramlogan per 100,000 individuals reached 0.13, up by approximately 63 percent from its 2000 figure.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #79,958 | #55,619 | 30.44% |
| Count | 221 | 369 | 66.97% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.13 | 62.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Ramlogan
When it comes to the ethnic identity associated with the surname Ramlogan, changes were also observed between 2000 and 2010 based on the Decennial U.S. Census data. There was a notable increase in the percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and Black, with their proportions rising by 40.69% and 34.76%, respectively. On the other hand, those identifying as two or more races saw a significant drop of almost 70%. The percentage of Whites and Hispanics with the surname Ramlogan also rose slightly, while those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native declined by nearly 28%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 29.86% | 42.01% | 40.69% |
| Black | 23.53% | 31.71% | 34.76% |
| Two or More Races | 33.03% | 10.03% | -69.63% |
| White | 6.79% | 9.76% | 43.74% |
| Hispanic | 4.52% | 4.88% | 7.96% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 2.26% | 1.63% | -27.88% |