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Robertson 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:

18.42

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

Robertson County17,6257312116483,4748018254754150907250
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
Brazos County244,4867,0874552082,26654,5952,1122,4684,39512,2508292,74418,0623,860
Milam County25,8851,41161111105,936792554021,279621762,361193
Burleson County19,9751,223560113,7111334352757751841,903126
Limestone County22,9281,2317115364,8324910207798982651,01899
Leon County16,7181,00745752,2189192371,086681941,280161
Falls County17,447661626363,6489024283494301421,675125
Madison County13,9058197001123,06176312176013311172688
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Robertson County18.424.150.120.090.2719.710.050.001.033.100.310.855.151.42
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
Brazos County13.812.900.190.090.9322.330.861.011.805.010.341.127.391.58
Milam County16.185.450.240.040.4222.930.310.991.554.940.240.689.120.75
Burleson County15.856.120.280.000.0618.580.670.021.763.790.380.929.530.63
Limestone County18.925.370.310.070.1621.070.210.040.903.480.431.164.440.43
Leon County16.066.020.270.040.0313.270.540.051.426.500.411.167.660.96
Falls County18.553.790.360.030.2120.910.520.141.622.830.170.819.600.72
Madison County17.805.890.500.000.8122.010.550.221.564.320.240.805.220.63
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Robertson County 113.0744.49102.1922.1161.752.110.0038.1282.48109.41106.81121.89164.90
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
Brazos County 79.0269.4995.7775.2669.9640.14114.4766.37133.16121.08140.85174.98183.55
Milam County 148.6088.0047.8334.5071.8414.18111.7157.34131.3185.5385.33216.0486.68
Burleson County 166.91104.690.004.4758.2030.942.2765.06100.72134.08115.60225.6573.33
Limestone County 146.37115.6373.6412.7566.029.934.9533.3392.50152.63145.05105.1650.20
Leon County 164.21100.5147.132.4341.5625.296.1052.34172.64145.25145.63181.35111.96
Falls County 103.28132.7038.7116.7565.5023.9715.6059.8975.2561.40102.14227.3983.29
Madison County 160.57187.980.0065.4068.9725.4025.2857.62114.8784.75100.18123.6773.57
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Robertson County 85.2518.7651.048.51177.252.760.0072.2057.7649.8468.5364.9848.25
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
Brazos County 59.5829.3147.8328.96200.8152.6083.16125.6993.2555.1690.3893.2853.70
Milam County 112.0437.1123.8913.28206.2218.5881.16108.5891.9638.9754.75115.1725.36
Burleson County 125.8544.150.001.72167.0740.541.65123.2170.5361.0874.18120.2921.46
Limestone County 110.3648.7736.784.91189.5213.013.5963.1264.7869.5393.0756.0614.69
Leon County 123.8142.3923.540.93119.3133.144.4399.12120.9066.1793.4496.6732.76
Falls County 77.8755.9619.336.45188.0331.4111.33113.4152.7027.9765.54121.2224.37
Madison County 121.0779.280.0025.17197.9633.2818.37109.1180.4438.6164.2865.9221.53
 
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

Robertson County17,6254962461,02128300019391254,9964,120
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
Brazos County244,4862,3332,68812,8187,3993,3215001,6354,6683,0557891,29654,05838,595
Milam County25,8851121331,41986314280945776,2724,640
Burleson County19,975861421,21396900317114175,2143,737
Limestone County22,928751071,6903673229169856206,5335,203
Leon County16,7181201861,55424190122635143,5714,551
Falls County17,4471326181846106011241725,2923,257
Madison County13,9055645926224111307373563,9662,598
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Robertson County18.422.811.405.791.610.000.000.000.110.220.070.0328.3523.38
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
Brazos County13.810.951.105.243.031.360.200.671.911.250.320.5322.1115.79
Milam County16.180.430.515.483.330.050.110.000.030.170.030.0324.2317.93
Burleson County15.850.430.716.074.850.000.000.020.090.060.210.0426.1018.71
Limestone County18.920.330.477.371.600.010.010.130.070.430.240.0928.4922.69
Leon County16.060.721.119.301.440.050.000.010.130.040.210.0821.3627.22
Falls County18.550.760.354.692.640.000.030.000.010.710.100.0130.3318.67
Madison County17.800.400.326.661.610.080.090.000.520.050.250.0428.5218.68
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Robertson County 594.39195.62147.0094.650.000.000.005.4613.0515.666.82125.87192.69
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
Brazos County 201.55154.09133.04178.40187.66232.53189.9596.6773.7274.24127.5198.19130.13
Milam County 91.3972.01139.11196.537.47122.990.001.7610.266.226.51107.60147.76
Burleson County 90.9499.63154.09285.960.000.004.274.313.2547.228.43115.91154.22
Limestone County 69.0965.41187.0494.361.819.9235.933.5325.2156.1820.98126.53187.06
Leon County 151.61155.93235.8784.987.440.001.706.662.1248.1620.1494.85224.40
Falls County 159.8049.00118.97155.760.0039.100.000.2941.9322.412.76134.69153.88
Madison County 85.0645.36168.9994.9610.93106.300.0026.582.9757.9010.38126.66154.02
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Robertson County 184.1572.5386.2850.290.000.000.006.9012.4616.114.51132.69141.83
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
Brazos County 62.4457.1378.0994.79106.7283.68129.72122.1870.3876.3484.30103.5095.78
Milam County 28.3126.7081.65104.434.2544.260.002.229.796.404.30113.42108.76
Burleson County 28.1736.9490.45151.940.000.002.915.453.1048.565.57122.18113.51
Limestone County 21.4024.25109.7950.141.033.5724.544.4724.0757.7813.87133.38137.69
Leon County 46.9757.82138.4545.154.230.001.168.422.0249.5213.3299.99165.17
Falls County 49.5118.1769.8382.760.0014.070.000.3740.0323.051.82141.98113.27
Madison County 26.3516.8299.1950.466.2238.250.0033.592.8459.546.86133.51113.36


Sources: STI: PopStats