Explore the Family Name Toomer
The meaning of Toomer
English (Hampshire, Wiltshire and Somerset): habitational name from Toomer in Henstridge (Somerset). The etymology of the placename is uncertain.
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How common is the last name Toomer in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Toomer has seen a modest increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 10,683 in terms of commonality, but by 2010, its rank had improved to 10,491, marking a 1.8% change. The number of individuals with this surname also grew from 2,746 to 3,059 during this period, indicating an 11.4% increase. The proportion of people named Toomer per 100k rose slightly from 1.02 to 1.04, showing a 1.96% shift.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #10,683 | #10,491 | 1.8% |
| Count | 2,746 | 3,059 | 11.4% |
| Proportion per 100k | 1.02 | 1.04 | 1.96% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Toomer
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Toomer also saw noticeable changes, as recorded in the Decennial U.S. Census. There were no reported instances of Asian/Pacific Islanders or American Indians and Alaskan Natives with this surname in 2000, but by 2010, these groups accounted for 0.39% and 0.16% of Toomers respectively. The representation of individuals identifying as two or more races increased by 29.54%, while White representation climbed by 8.7%. The percentage of Hispanic Toomers rose significantly by 65.83%. Conversely, the Black population with this surname saw a decrease of 5.57% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 70.17% | 66.26% | -5.57% |
| White | 25.86% | 28.11% | 8.7% |
| Two or More Races | 2.37% | 3.07% | 29.54% |
| Hispanic | 1.2% | 1.99% | 65.83% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.39% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0.16% | 0% |