Explore the Family Name Yocom
The meaning of Yocom
Altered form of Yokum or Yoakum, surnames of German origin. Compare Yokom.
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How common is the last name Yocom in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Yocom saw a slight decline between 2000 to 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 15,317th in terms of popularity and was owned by 1,761 people. However, by 2010, its rank slipped to 17,142, with only 1,653 individuals bearing the name, marking an overall decrease of approximately 11.91% in rank and 6.13% in count. Notably, the proportion of Yocom per 100k population also dropped by 13.85%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #15,317 | #17,142 | -11.91% |
| Count | 1,761 | 1,653 | -6.13% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.65 | 0.56 | -13.85% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Yocom
When it comes to ethnic identity tied to the Yocom surname, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows some changes over the decade from 2000 to 2010. The majority of those with the Yocom surname identified as White, although there was a slight decrease from 95.74% in 2000 to 94.07% in 2010. The data also showed growth in the Hispanic community, increasing significantly by 154.39%, though still making up a small portion at 2.9%. Meanwhile, those identifying as having two or more races rose from 1.19% to 1.63%. The Asian/Pacific Islander category appeared in 2010 with 0.91%, while the American Indian and Alaskan Native identification fell to zero. There were no Black identifiers for either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.74% | 94.07% | -1.74% |
| Hispanic | 1.14% | 2.9% | 154.39% |
| Two or More Races | 1.19% | 1.63% | 36.97% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0.91% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.08% | 0% | 0% |