Explore the Family Name Smyre
The meaning of Smyre
Variant of Smyer.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Smyre in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Smyre has seen a growth in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it ranked as the 41,657th most common surname, but by 2010, it had climbed to the 39,659th position, marking an increase of 4.8%. The number of people with this surname also increased during this period, from 492 to 554, representing a 12.6% change. Consequently, the proportion of people named Smyre per 100,000 individuals slightly rose by 5.56%, from 0.18 to 0.19.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #41,657 | #39,659 | 4.8% |
| Count | 492 | 554 | 12.6% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.19 | 5.56% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Smyre
Regarding ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data provides an interesting overview for the surname Smyre. From 2000 to 2010, the figures show a slight decrease in the percentage of individuals identified as white, from 47.15% to 45.67%, and a small increase in those identified as black, from 48.17% to 49.28%. There was also a decrease in the Hispanic category, dropping from 1.42% to 1.26%. However, a significant increase was recorded in those who identify with two or more races, rising from 1.83% to 3.25%, a 77.60% change. Notably, no individual with the surname Smyre identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 48.17% | 49.28% | 2.3% |
| White | 47.15% | 45.67% | -3.14% |
| Two or More Races | 1.83% | 3.25% | 77.6% |
| Hispanic | 1.42% | 1.26% | -11.27% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |