Explore the Family Name Wigent
The meaning of Wigent
Perhaps an altered form of Wigand.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Wigent in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Wigent's popularity experienced a slight decrease between 2000 and 2010. In the year 2000, Wigent held the rank of 57,090 among all surnames in the United States, then dropped to the position of 58,876 in 2010. This shift represents a 3.13% drop in rank. However, despite this decline in ranking, the number of individuals carrying this surname increased by nearly 3%, from 334 in 2000 to 344 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,090 | #58,876 | -3.13% |
| Count | 334 | 344 | 2.99% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Wigent
When discussing the ethnic identity associated with the name Wigent, it's important to note that the Decennial U.S. Census data shows a predominantly White demographic. In 2000, over 96% of persons with the surname identified as White, with this figure marginally decreasing to just under 96% in 2010. The ten-year period also saw a small but notable increase in diversity, with those identifying as Black or as part of two or more races appearing for the first time in 2010. However, there were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.71% | 95.93% | -0.81% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.74% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 1.45% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |