Explore the Family Name Routledge
The meaning of Routledge
English and Scottish: variant of Rutledge. In Britain this is the usual spelling of the name.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Routledge in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname "Routledge" has seen an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. As of 2000, this name was ranked 50,801st in terms of prevalence in the United States, but by 2010 it had improved its standing to 48,060th. This represents a positive change of 5.4%. The actual count of individuals bearing this surname also rose during this decade, growing from 386 to 440, an increase of roughly 14%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,801 | #48,060 | 5.4% |
| Count | 386 | 440 | 13.99% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.15 | 7.14% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Routledge
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals a slight shift in the ethnic identity associated with the surname "Routledge" between 2000 and 2010. The majority of those with this surname identified as White in both years, though there was a small decrease from 96.63% to 94.09%. Meanwhile, the percentage identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander fell slightly from 1.55% to 1.36%. The census introduced new categories in 2010, showing that 1.82% of individuals with this surname reported belonging to two or more races, and 2.27% identified as Hispanic. The data for Black and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained unchanged at 0%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.63% | 94.09% | -2.63% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.27% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.82% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.55% | 1.36% | -12.26% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |