Explore the Family Name Sandry
The meaning of Sandry
1. Cornish and English (Cornwall): from Sandry, a pet form of Alexander. Compare Sandow. 2. Altered form of Swiss German Tschander: unexplained. 3. Americanized form of Italian Sandri.
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How common is the last name Sandry in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Sandry experienced a dip in popularity during the 2000 to 2010 decade. Initially ranked 58,999 in the year 2000, it saw a drop to 64,721 by 2010, reflecting a 9.7% decrease in ranking. Similarly, the count of individuals bearing the name fell from 321 to 307 over the same period, showing a decline of 4.36%. The proportion per 100,000 people also decreased by 16.67%, moving from 0.12 to 0.1.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #58,999 | #64,721 | -9.7% |
| Count | 321 | 307 | -4.36% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.1 | -16.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Sandry
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Sandry also displayed shifts between 2000 and 2010, as illustrated in the Decennial U.S. Census data. There was an increase in Asian/Pacific Islander and Hispanic identity affiliations, rising by 46.15% and 49.54% respectively. Individuals identifying as two or more ethnicities slightly increased their association with the Sandry surname by 4.49%. Conversely, those identifying as White saw a slight decrease from 92.21% to 90.88%. There were no changes reported for Black and American Indian and Alaskan Native affiliations, which remained at 0 throughout the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.21% | 90.88% | -1.44% |
| Two or More Races | 3.12% | 3.26% | 4.49% |
| Hispanic | 2.18% | 3.26% | 49.54% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 1.56% | 2.28% | 46.15% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |