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Kerr 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:

13.63

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

Mexican

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

Kerr County54,1721,9551543620612,167121901,9734,6372699015,173683
Texas (in 000's)31,1721,14383283849,9506712758441,173872481,316268
National (in 000's)340,98116,5892,16560710,91237,9175,6004,1394,87718,3212,0964,23427,00610,025
Kendall County52,2462,144137394899,9914901131,1904,3513506536,133653
Gillespie County28,0021,068631195,6703716122,405643016,097228
Bandera County22,811755103112533,445601006971,8351334292,855487
Kimble County4,50919311201,027009422088867537
Real County2,82894410629404613717352370
Edwards County1,42129311580107667121561
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Kerr County13.633.610.280.070.3822.460.220.173.648.560.501.669.551.26
Texas17.613.670.270.091.2331.922.150.882.713.760.280.804.220.86
National10.644.870.640.183.2011.121.641.211.435.370.611.247.922.94
Kendall County12.744.100.260.070.9419.120.940.222.288.330.671.2511.741.25
Gillespie County14.663.810.220.000.0720.250.130.002.198.590.231.0721.770.81
Bandera County12.123.310.450.051.1115.100.260.443.068.040.581.8812.522.13
Kimble County15.574.280.240.040.0022.780.000.002.084.880.181.9514.970.82
Real County17.253.320.140.040.0022.240.140.001.634.840.601.248.380.00
Edwards County23.632.040.210.070.0740.820.070.005.354.710.071.483.940.07
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Kerr County 98.38106.1574.8030.8870.3610.3818.84134.46227.48177.32208.73226.18146.57
Texas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 132.63237.12200.22259.8434.8476.30137.6452.80142.79219.50155.85187.59341.79
Kendall County 111.8797.9284.0376.0059.9143.5824.5384.09221.32239.22156.86278.04145.30
Gillespie County 103.9884.014.025.5163.446.140.4080.69228.2581.62134.90515.7294.66
Bandera County 90.23168.6154.2890.0547.3112.2249.71112.81213.79208.20236.02296.45248.20
Kimble County 116.6991.1049.930.0071.360.000.0076.97129.6763.36244.93354.5795.40
Real County 90.6152.8239.800.0069.686.570.0060.05128.74214.66155.32198.500.00
Edwards County 55.6478.8479.215.71127.873.270.00197.46125.3125.13185.4793.348.18
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Kerr County 74.1844.7737.3611.88201.9813.6013.69254.64159.3180.78133.93120.5742.88
Texas 75.4042.1749.9438.49287.05131.0672.65189.3870.0345.5664.1653.3129.26
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Kendall County 84.3541.2941.9729.25171.9757.1117.82159.25155.00108.98100.65148.2242.51
Gillespie County 78.4035.432.012.12182.098.050.29152.81159.8537.1886.56274.9227.69
Bandera County 68.0371.1127.1134.66135.8116.0236.12213.63149.7294.85151.44158.0372.62
Kimble County 87.9838.4224.940.00204.830.000.00145.7690.8128.86157.16189.0227.91
Real County 68.3222.2719.880.00200.028.610.00113.7390.1697.7999.66105.810.00
Edwards County 41.9533.2539.562.20367.054.290.00373.9487.7511.45119.0049.762.39
 
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

Kerr County54,1723619424,1921,18452168198119887410,3708,185
Texas (in 000's)31,1721482221,228529226271106165281361307,0203,782
National (in 000's)340,9815,2116,56222,89210,8864,3408331,7585,3296,0541,4412,14472,84556,198
Kendall County52,2464208124,2521,30899928116187782389,9018,065
Gillespie County28,0021963812,15957111209601564,6793,338
Bandera County22,8113354242,1175241018115317213,9424,185
Kimble County4,509760295110000211601,012651
Real County2,8281522248390000073664626
Edwards County1,4212027570300030299175
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Kerr County13.630.671.747.742.190.010.040.130.370.220.160.1419.1415.11
Texas17.610.470.713.941.700.720.090.351.981.700.430.4222.5212.13
National10.641.531.926.713.191.270.240.521.561.780.420.6321.3616.48
Kendall County12.740.801.558.142.500.190.020.050.220.360.150.4618.9515.44
Gillespie County14.660.701.367.712.040.000.000.070.030.210.050.0216.7111.92
Bandera County12.121.471.869.282.300.000.000.080.050.230.070.0917.2818.35
Kimble County15.570.161.336.542.440.000.000.000.040.020.350.0022.4414.44
Real County17.250.530.788.771.380.000.000.000.000.000.250.1123.4822.14
Edwards County23.631.410.145.280.490.000.210.000.000.000.210.0021.0412.32
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Kerr County 140.75243.72196.36128.841.2844.0835.6518.5112.9637.3732.8685.01124.55
Texas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 322.78269.70170.36188.20175.84277.89146.4279.12104.7597.24151.2794.87135.86
Kendall County 169.79217.83206.51147.5826.1819.5915.2211.2421.1134.34109.5884.15127.25
Gillespie County 147.84190.70195.65120.200.494.0620.291.6312.6412.325.1574.2098.26
Bandera County 310.18260.51235.50135.410.610.0022.412.4413.7117.1422.1576.74151.23
Kimble County 32.79186.50166.02143.810.000.000.002.251.3181.630.0099.67119.01
Real County 112.03109.03222.5381.290.000.000.000.000.0056.9425.52104.26182.47
Edwards County 297.2719.73133.9329.040.00240.050.000.000.0048.570.0093.44101.52
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Kerr County 43.6190.36115.2668.460.7315.8624.3523.3912.3738.4321.7289.6191.68
Texas 30.9837.0858.7053.1356.8735.9968.30126.3995.47102.8466.11105.4173.61
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Kendall County 52.6080.77121.2278.4214.897.0510.4014.2120.1635.3272.4488.7193.66
Gillespie County 45.8070.71114.8463.870.281.4613.852.0612.0712.673.4178.2272.33
Bandera County 96.1096.59138.2371.950.340.0015.313.0913.0917.6314.6480.89111.32
Kimble County 10.1669.1597.4576.410.000.000.002.841.2583.940.00105.0687.60
Real County 34.7140.43130.6243.190.000.000.000.000.0058.5516.87109.91134.31
Edwards County 92.107.3178.6115.430.0086.380.000.000.0049.940.0098.4974.72


Sources: STI: PopStats