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Hodgeman County – Ancestry

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Ancestry refers to the lineage or descent of a person, family, or group, tracing back through generations to identify their origins, heritage, and familial connections. It encompasses the genetic, cultural, and historical ties that link individuals to their forebears, shaping their identity and sense of belonging. Ancestry is a multifaceted concept, intertwining biology, genealogy, history, and culture, and it plays a significant role in how people understand themselves and their place in the world.

At its core, ancestry is rooted in genetics. Each individual inherits a unique combination of DNA from their parents, who in turn inherited their DNA from their own ancestors. This genetic material carries information about physical traits, predispositions to certain health conditions, and even behavioral tendencies. Advances in genetic testing, such as DNA analysis, have made it possible for individuals to trace their biological ancestry with remarkable precision. Companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA offer services that analyze genetic markers to provide insights into a person's ethnic composition and geographic origins, often revealing surprising connections to distant relatives or previously unknown heritage.

Beyond genetics, ancestry is deeply tied to genealogy, the study of family history and lineage. Genealogical research involves constructing family trees, documenting relationships, and uncovering historical records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and immigration documents. This process often reveals stories of migration, resilience, and adaptation, offering a window into the lives of ancestors and the challenges they faced. For many, genealogy is a way to honor their forebears and preserve their legacy for future generations.

Cultural ancestry is another critical dimension, encompassing the traditions, languages, customs, and values passed down through generations. It connects individuals to their ethnic or national heritage, shaping their cultural identity and worldview. For example, someone with Irish ancestry might celebrate St. Patrick's Day, learn traditional Irish dance, or explore the Gaelic language, while someone with Japanese ancestry might practice tea ceremonies, study calligraphy, or observe Obon festivals. Cultural ancestry fosters a sense of continuity and belonging, linking individuals to a broader community with shared experiences and values.

Historical ancestry delves into the broader context of a family's or group's past, including significant events, social conditions, and historical movements that shaped their lives. For instance, the transatlantic slave trade, the Irish Potato Famine, or the Jewish diaspora have profoundly influenced the ancestry of millions of people, leaving lasting imprints on their descendants' identities. Understanding historical ancestry often involves grappling with complex narratives of triumph and tragedy, resilience and oppression, and the interplay of individual and collective experiences.

Ancestry also has a deeply personal and emotional dimension. For many, exploring their ancestry is a journey of self-discovery, offering insights into who they are and where they come from. It can foster a sense of pride, connection, and continuity, as well as a deeper appreciation for the struggles and achievements of those who came before. At the same time, it can raise questions about identity, belonging, and the complexities of heritage, particularly for individuals with mixed or multicultural backgrounds.

In a globalized world, ancestry serves as a bridge between the past and the present, connecting individuals to their roots while also highlighting the interconnectedness of human history. It underscores the diversity and richness of human experience, reminding us that every person's story is part of a larger tapestry woven over centuries. Whether through genetic testing, genealogical research, cultural practices, or historical exploration, ancestry offers a profound way to understand ourselves and our place in the world.

A diversification score measures the diversity of ancestries in the county. As the value appoaches 100, ancestry diversity decreases and therefore increasing the risk of a lack of cultural diversity. The ancestry diversification score for this county is:

18.45

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

German

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Carribean Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic British Dutch French German Italian

Hodgeman County1,732128710104102103102940416
Kansas (in 000's)2,9831602032130224922219233947137
National (in 000's)340,98116,5892,16560710,91237,9175,6004,1394,87718,3212,0964,23427,00610,025
Finney County38,027789113220415,8431,3524421,720729961732,65383
Ford County34,75867199687216,4921,532776027741021072,63075
Gray County5,71829060248520045227164411,57617
Pawnee County6,35129521017424706434277551,27324
Edwards County2,962165151260701712140142354013
Ness County2,6411361100303321114982597519
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Hodgeman County18.457.390.400.060.006.000.060.000.125.950.581.6723.330.92
Kansas12.325.360.660.090.7010.130.810.310.747.340.781.3215.801.23
National10.644.870.640.183.2011.121.641.211.435.370.611.247.922.94
Finney County22.822.070.300.010.5441.663.561.164.521.920.250.456.980.22
Ford County27.131.930.280.022.5147.454.410.221.732.230.290.317.570.22
Gray County16.075.070.100.000.4214.900.000.000.793.972.870.7227.560.30
Pawnee County18.684.640.330.000.276.680.110.001.015.381.210.8720.040.38
Edwards County16.215.570.510.030.0720.490.000.570.414.730.470.7818.230.44
Ness County20.165.150.420.000.0011.470.110.080.425.640.300.9536.920.72
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Hodgeman County 137.8061.2162.250.0059.257.140.0015.5880.9773.64127.08147.6475.34
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 90.7296.17191.77454.17109.72203.16396.95192.9573.1678.4194.2550.13239.79
Finney County 38.6945.015.6776.14411.09439.82380.11610.1726.1032.2034.5344.1617.80
Ford County 36.0043.1418.61356.05468.17545.2572.45233.6530.3237.4323.3747.8917.60
Gray County 94.5715.890.0059.57147.020.000.00106.1754.05365.8454.42174.4524.25
Pawnee County 86.6150.080.0037.9965.8713.630.00135.9473.32154.6565.73126.8730.82
Edwards County 103.8776.7036.409.58202.210.00187.6954.6564.3660.2958.94115.3935.80
Ness County 96.0263.080.000.00113.2014.0524.7656.1976.8238.6471.85233.6758.68
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Hodgeman County 151.9063.6532.460.0054.003.520.008.07110.6893.93134.83294.5131.42
Kansas 110.23103.9852.1522.0291.1449.2225.1951.83136.69127.54106.10199.4941.70
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Finney County 42.6546.802.9616.76374.66216.4995.76316.2435.6841.0736.6388.097.42
Ford County 39.6844.859.7078.40426.69268.3918.25121.0941.4547.7424.7995.547.34
Gray County 104.2516.520.0013.12134.000.000.0055.0273.89466.5957.74348.0110.11
Pawnee County 95.4752.070.008.3660.046.710.0070.46100.22197.2469.74253.0812.85
Edwards County 114.5079.7518.982.11184.290.0047.2828.3387.9776.8962.53230.1914.93
Ness County 105.8565.590.000.00103.176.926.2429.12105.0049.2876.23466.1324.47
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Polish Scandi­navian Scotish Irish Other European Chinese Japanese Korean South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Hodgeman County1,732931122380000052167553
Kansas (in 000's)2,983216823292132624321110501619
National (in 000's)340,9815,2116,56222,89210,8864,3408331,7585,3296,0541,4412,14472,84556,198
Finney County38,027882198373824732142021,008270177,1413,571
Ford County34,758641617902388475127257615,7113,295
Gray County5,718678535210920004728201,028
Pawnee County6,351266845411400034889912,076
Edwards County2,9621032151410013306518648
Ness County2,641833156610010200268470
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Hodgeman County18.450.521.797.042.190.000.000.000.000.000.290.129.6431.93
Kansas12.320.712.297.793.090.420.070.200.821.070.360.3416.8120.75
National10.641.531.926.713.191.270.240.521.561.780.420.6321.3616.48
Finney County22.820.230.582.201.000.120.080.040.532.650.710.0418.789.39
Ford County27.130.180.462.270.680.020.010.020.150.780.160.1816.439.48
Gray County16.071.171.496.161.910.030.000.000.000.070.120.0314.3417.98
Pawnee County18.680.411.077.151.790.000.000.000.050.060.130.1315.6032.69
Edwards County16.210.341.085.101.380.000.000.030.100.100.000.2017.4921.88
Ness County20.160.301.255.912.310.000.000.040.000.080.000.0010.1517.80
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Hodgeman County 73.2178.2590.3970.890.000.000.000.000.0081.2733.5657.37153.90
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 215.3284.1386.15103.16303.72347.18252.23191.41165.68119.01182.78127.1279.44
Finney County 32.6125.1828.2432.4629.49119.5418.0165.06247.34199.8912.99111.7445.26
Ford County 25.9420.2529.1622.135.4916.359.8517.9773.0246.1751.0197.7745.69
Gray County 165.0964.9978.9961.608.350.000.000.006.5334.4610.1785.3386.66
Pawnee County 57.6846.8191.7358.000.000.000.005.795.8835.4636.6192.85157.56
Edwards County 47.5747.2365.4244.730.000.0016.5212.419.450.0058.88104.06105.45
Ness County 42.6854.6375.8074.630.000.0018.530.007.070.000.0060.3885.78
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Hodgeman County 34.0093.01104.9268.720.000.000.000.000.0068.2918.3645.13193.73
Kansas 46.44118.86116.0896.9332.9328.8039.6552.2560.3684.0354.7178.66125.88
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Finney County 15.1429.9332.7831.469.7134.437.1433.99149.29167.967.1187.9056.98
Ford County 12.0524.0733.8521.451.814.713.919.3944.0738.7927.9176.9157.52
Gray County 76.6777.2591.6959.712.750.000.000.003.9428.965.5667.13109.08
Pawnee County 26.7955.64106.4856.220.000.000.003.023.5529.8020.0373.04198.33
Edwards County 22.0956.1475.9343.360.000.006.556.485.700.0032.2181.86132.74
Ness County 19.8264.9387.9872.340.000.007.340.004.270.000.0047.50107.98


Sources: STI: PopStats