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Washington 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:

13.80

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

Washington County53,5303,3054,700101942,7671791911413,5273826125,056461
Oklahoma (in 000's)4,103259303824372331333236263728939
National (in 000's)340,98116,5892,16560710,91237,9175,6004,1394,87718,3212,0964,23427,00610,025
Tulsa County689,26632,34934,8379645,60174,3668,2224,0305,61444,9634,1767,48849,3938,110
Rogers County100,6835,74911,806394944,0782143313416,1024891,0758,852986
Osage County46,7392,2716,234172581,38397241702,3443594253,315275
Montgomery County30,7532,667814211911,620279501342,1512583623,519355
Nowata County9,3125431,445532283042038197571,00643
Chautauqua County3,3522811770111113015206395937827
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Washington County13.806.178.780.020.365.170.330.360.266.590.711.149.450.86
Oklahoma13.956.317.380.190.589.070.810.320.805.750.620.917.050.95
National10.644.870.640.183.2011.121.641.211.435.370.611.247.922.94
Tulsa County13.074.695.050.140.8110.791.190.580.816.520.611.097.171.18
Rogers County14.565.7111.730.040.494.050.210.330.346.060.491.078.790.98
Osage County17.594.8613.340.040.552.960.210.050.365.020.770.917.090.59
Montgomery County15.548.672.650.070.625.270.910.160.446.990.841.1811.441.15
Nowata County15.965.8315.520.050.032.450.320.040.214.091.040.6110.800.46
Chautauqua County17.408.385.280.000.033.310.390.000.456.151.161.7611.280.81
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Washington County 97.80119.0110.0862.3956.9941.41113.0932.73114.64114.77126.15133.9691.08
Oklahoma 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 77.078.6195.94550.87122.59203.37384.74177.7293.4898.86137.03112.33310.94
Tulsa County 74.3568.5175.43139.88118.95147.72185.32101.20113.5097.44119.87101.63124.44
Rogers County 90.45158.9420.8984.4644.6526.32104.2042.08105.4578.11117.81124.69103.57
Osage County 76.97180.7919.6295.0232.6225.7016.2845.1987.26123.53100.33100.5962.23
Montgomery County 137.3835.8836.83106.9158.07112.3551.5354.14121.69134.92129.89162.29122.09
Nowata County 92.37210.3328.965.5526.9939.9013.6226.6971.19167.5267.54153.2248.84
Chautauqua County 132.8071.570.005.1436.5148.030.0055.60106.92187.11194.22159.9385.19
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Washington County 126.911,382.6910.5011.3246.4820.3629.3918.42122.63116.0992.06119.2629.29
Oklahoma 129.751,161.82104.2418.1581.5749.1725.9956.27106.97101.1672.9889.0332.16
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Tulsa County 96.47795.9478.6325.3997.0272.6448.1756.95121.4198.5687.4890.4840.02
Rogers County 117.371,846.6021.7815.3336.4212.9427.0823.68112.8079.0185.98111.0133.31
Osage County 99.872,100.4520.4517.2526.6112.644.2325.4393.34124.9673.2289.5520.01
Montgomery County 178.26416.8338.3919.4147.3755.2413.3930.46130.18136.4894.79144.4839.26
Nowata County 119.862,443.7130.191.0122.0219.623.5415.0276.15169.4649.29136.4015.71
Chautauqua County 172.31831.560.000.9329.7823.620.0031.29114.38189.28141.74142.3827.40
 
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

Washington County53,5302758044,4671,1882845164382886215210,47513,551
Oklahoma (in 000's)4,103174228479112725381212993910
National (in 000's)340,9815,2116,56222,89210,8864,3408331,7585,3296,0541,4412,14472,84556,198
Tulsa County689,2663,4349,13248,75616,0912,4293961,5826,3789,3545,3383,381171,074131,808
Rogers County100,6836231,2397,8451,7377326763841,03811211622,28024,578
Osage County46,7392074263,3821,0292991085246014,6909,634
Montgomery County30,753994472,829421581475762135,1939,150
Nowata County9,312339586777000814082,2342,114
Chautauqua County3,3520903172260072104451,155
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Washington County13.800.511.508.342.220.530.010.030.820.540.120.2819.5725.31
Oklahoma13.950.421.036.911.930.260.050.170.600.920.300.2924.2022.18
National10.641.531.926.713.191.270.240.521.561.780.420.6321.3616.48
Tulsa County13.070.501.327.072.330.350.060.230.931.360.770.4924.8219.12
Rogers County14.560.621.237.791.730.070.030.080.381.030.110.1222.1324.41
Osage County17.590.440.917.242.200.000.020.020.020.180.050.1331.4320.61
Montgomery County15.540.321.459.201.370.020.030.000.150.190.200.0416.8929.75
Nowata County15.960.351.029.310.830.000.000.000.090.150.000.0923.9922.70
Chautauqua County17.400.002.689.460.660.180.000.000.210.060.030.0013.2834.46
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Washington County 121.02146.06120.76115.01206.3217.5417.19135.6958.8038.6296.8980.85114.13
Oklahoma 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 360.00187.1497.16165.45494.97458.91296.51259.15194.05140.97214.5788.2674.31
Tulsa County 117.37128.84102.37120.98137.04107.88132.01153.45148.31258.26167.37102.5486.22
Rogers County 145.77119.67112.7689.4128.2048.4943.4263.25112.6737.1039.3191.42110.06
Osage County 104.3388.64104.71114.091.6636.1611.083.5519.8817.1243.80129.8592.93
Montgomery County 75.84141.35133.1270.946.3248.851.8725.3420.2667.2314.4269.76134.14
Nowata County 83.4899.21134.7442.850.000.000.0014.2516.430.0029.3199.12102.35
Chautauqua County 0.00261.11136.8634.0169.610.000.0034.636.529.950.0054.85155.35
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Washington County 33.6278.05124.3069.5141.683.825.8052.3630.3027.4045.1591.60153.60
Oklahoma 27.7853.44102.9360.4420.2021.7933.7338.5951.5370.9446.61113.30134.58
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Tulsa County 32.6068.85105.3673.1227.6923.5144.5259.2176.43183.2078.00116.18116.03
Rogers County 40.4963.95116.0654.045.7010.5714.6424.4158.0626.3118.32103.58148.12
Osage County 28.9847.36107.7868.960.347.883.741.3710.2412.1520.41147.12125.07
Montgomery County 21.0775.53137.0242.881.2810.640.639.7810.4447.696.7279.04180.53
Nowata County 23.1953.02138.6825.900.000.000.005.508.470.0013.66112.30137.74
Chautauqua County 0.00139.53140.8620.5614.060.000.0013.363.367.060.0062.14209.07


Sources: STI: PopStats