Explore the Family Name Verdell
The meaning of Verdell
English: variant of Vardell.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Verdell in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Verdell has seen a significant rise between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Verdell ranked 43,232 in terms of popularity but jumped to rank 38,754 by the end of the decade, showing an advancement of 10.36%. The count of individuals bearing the surname increased from 471 to 570, translating to a growth rate of 21.02%. The proportion per 100k also increased from 0.17 to 0.19, registering an 11.76% increase.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #43,232 | #38,754 | 10.36% |
| Count | 471 | 570 | 21.02% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.17 | 0.19 | 11.76% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Verdell
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates that the majority of individuals with the Verdell surname identified as Black in both 2000 and 2010. There was a slight increase of 2.10% in this group over the decade, rising from 77.49% to 79.12%. Another notable shift occurred within those identifying as two or more races, which saw a substantial growth from 2.34% to 3.86%, a change of 64.96%. However, there was a decrease in the percentage of Whites from 16.77% to 14.74%. The Hispanic representation vanished completely by 2010, while a new ethnic identity emerged among Verdells, with 1.05% identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native. The Asian/Pacific Islander category remained constant at 0% in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 77.49% | 79.12% | 2.1% |
| White | 16.77% | 14.74% | -12.1% |
| Two or More Races | 2.34% | 3.86% | 64.96% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 1.05% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 2.55% | 0% | 0% |