Explore the Family Name Westerholm
The meaning of Westerholm
Swedish: ornamental name composed of (an altered form of) the elements väster ‘western’ + holm ‘islet, small island’. Some characteristic forenames: Scandinavian Erik.
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How common is the last name Westerholm in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Westerholm has seen a slight decrease over the decade from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 72,466th in popularity and by 2010, it had slipped to the 74,375th position, marking a change of -2.63. However, the total count of individuals with this surname increased slightly from 250 to 260 during the same period, showing a growth rate of 4.0. The proportion of people named Westerholm per 100,000 remained steady at 0.09.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #72,466 | #74,375 | -2.63% |
| Count | 250 | 260 | 4% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.09 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Westerholm
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census indicates that the majority of individuals with the surname Westerholm identify as White. In 2000, this percentage was 99.60, which rose marginally to 99.62 by 2010. There were no recorded changes within other ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Hispanic, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native for the years surveyed.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 99.6% | 99.62% | 0.02% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |