Explore the Family Name Rigley
The meaning of Rigley
English: variant of Wrigley.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Rigley in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Rigley has seen a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Rigley was ranked as the 53,556th most common surname in the United States, with a total of 362 individuals carrying this name. By 2010, the ranking had improved to 51,830 with a population increase to 401 bearers, reflecting a growth rate of 10.77%. This indicates that the name Rigley is becoming slightly more popular in the U.S.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #53,556 | #51,830 | 3.22% |
| Count | 362 | 401 | 10.77% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.13 | 0.14 | 7.69% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Rigley
Examining the same census data for ethnic identity reveals some interesting trends. The majority of those with the Rigley surname identify as White, though this proportion decreased slightly by 2.27% from 90.33% in 2000 to 88.28% in 2010. Meanwhile, the Hispanic demographic saw growth from 0% to 3.99% over the decade. Individuals identifying as Black made up 4.14% in 2000 and increased to 4.49% in 2010. A decrease was noted in those identifying with two or more races from 2.76% to 2% in 2010. Asian/Pacific Islander representation completely disappeared by 2010 from an initial 1.66%. There were no American Indian and Alaskan Native identified with the Rigley surname in either year based on the Decennial U.S. Census.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 90.33% | 88.28% | -2.27% |
| Black | 4.14% | 4.49% | 8.45% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 3.99% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 2.76% | 2% | -27.54% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.66% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |