Explore the Family Name Rudeen
The meaning of Rudeen
Americanized form of Swedish Rudin or Rudén (see Ruden).
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Rudeen in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Rudeen has seen a decrease in popularity over a ten-year span from 2000 to 2010. Ranked at 45,403 in 2000 and 52,169 in 2010, its popularity declined by approximately 14.9%. The total count of individuals with the surname Rudeen also decreased during this period, dropping from 444 in 2000 to 398 in 2010, reflecting a drop of around 10.36%. The proportion of people named Rudeen per 100,000 people similarly dropped by 18.75%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #45,403 | #52,169 | -14.9% |
| Count | 444 | 398 | -10.36% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.13 | -18.75% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Rudeen
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data illustrates that the majority of individuals bearing the Rudeen surname identify as White. In 2000, 95.5% identified as such, though there was a slight decrease to 93.72% by 2010. People identifying as Hispanic bore the Rudeen name at a percentage of 3.38% in 2000, increasing to 4.77% in 2010. This marked a significant increase of 41.12% within the Hispanic population. However, no recorded changes were observed in individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.5% | 93.72% | -1.86% |
| Hispanic | 3.38% | 4.77% | 41.12% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |