Explore the Family Name Waldridge
The meaning of Waldridge
English: variant of Wooldridge.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Waldridge in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Waldridge has seen a slight decrease in popularity over a decade. In 2000, it was ranked 36,328th most common name and had 582 individuals bearing this surname. However, by 2010, its rank had slipped to 41,501 with only 524 individuals, marking a decrease of approximately 10 percent. The proportion per 100,000 people also dropped from 0.22 to 0.18.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,328 | #41,501 | -14.24% |
| Count | 582 | 524 | -9.97% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.22 | 0.18 | -18.18% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Waldridge
When discussing the ethnicity associated with the Waldridge surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that it is predominantly linked to individuals who identify as White. This group made up a staggering 98.45 percent of all Waldridges in 2000, although this did drop slightly to 95.23 percent in 2010. There has been an increase in those identifying as two or more races, rising from 0.86 percent in 2000 to 1.34 percent in 2010. Additionally, a small percentage (2.10) started identifying as Hispanic in 2010. However, no Waldridges identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 98.45% | 95.23% | -3.27% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.1% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.86% | 1.34% | 55.81% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |