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Davis 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:

12.17

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

British

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

Davis County380,48715,2351,4143,0701,81825,0873,1024,4986,18881,0874,8463,28925,9695,933
Utah (in 000's)3,510135293521353335155640343321552
National (in 000's)340,98116,5892,16560710,91237,9175,6004,1394,87718,3212,0964,23427,00610,025
Salt Lake County1,222,99838,1397,03920,4229,069161,82714,41023,66525,316183,23411,21411,86967,72418,827
Weber County276,33310,6001,3508431,50939,9652,2431,0656,57641,3754,0932,57815,7975,153
Tooele County83,5333,9974397152528,4646451841,36514,7724649824,7351,228
Box Elder County64,1903,095373872354,9639727352512,7585954584,482470
Morgan County13,2561,00639025197090713,5821359261597
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Davis County12.174.000.370.810.486.590.821.181.6321.311.270.866.831.56
Utah11.113.850.811.000.5910.060.941.441.5818.240.970.936.111.49
National10.644.870.640.183.2011.121.641.211.435.370.611.247.922.94
Salt Lake County10.343.120.581.670.7413.231.181.932.0714.980.920.975.541.54
Weber County11.933.840.490.310.5514.460.810.392.3814.971.480.935.721.86
Tooele County12.914.780.530.860.3010.130.770.221.6317.680.561.185.671.47
Box Elder County13.274.820.580.140.377.730.150.430.8219.880.930.716.980.73
Morgan County17.817.590.290.000.191.490.000.680.5427.021.020.694.640.73
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Davis County 104.0045.6780.9080.5365.5687.1182.09103.16116.84131.5392.62111.67104.95
Utah 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 126.3678.0317.83539.36110.57175.4684.2990.7329.4663.48133.05129.58197.88
Salt Lake County 81.0070.73167.43124.98131.57125.89134.36131.3182.1494.69103.9890.60103.61
Weber County 99.6360.0430.5992.04143.8186.7226.76150.9582.09152.9699.9693.53125.51
Tooele County 124.2864.5885.8250.85100.7582.5015.30103.6696.9657.36125.9692.7498.94
Box Elder County 125.2371.4113.5961.7076.8816.1529.5351.88108.9795.7376.45114.2449.28
Morgan County 197.1136.150.0031.7914.780.0047.1433.98148.15105.1774.3675.9149.25
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Davis County 82.3058.52453.6114.9359.2949.6497.39113.71396.64207.2069.6186.1853.04
Utah 79.14128.15560.7018.5490.4456.99118.64110.22339.46157.5375.1677.1750.54
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Salt Lake County 64.1090.64938.7623.17118.9971.75159.41144.73278.85149.1778.1569.9252.36
Weber County 78.8576.94171.5117.06130.0649.4331.75166.38278.67240.9675.1372.1863.43
Tooele County 98.3582.76481.219.4391.1247.0218.15114.25329.1390.3694.6771.5750.00
Box Elder County 99.1191.5176.2011.4469.539.2035.0457.18369.92150.8057.4688.1624.90
Morgan County 155.9946.330.005.8913.360.0055.9337.45502.92165.6855.8958.5824.89
 
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

Davis County380,4871,51627,39123,15615,7327089597551,0592,96157767152,02271,444
Utah (in 000's)3,51014239194162136717271111534589
National (in 000's)340,9815,2116,56222,89210,8864,3408331,7585,3296,0541,4412,14472,84556,198
Salt Lake County1,222,9985,90370,81460,72451,2408,2712,7293,77711,75517,6246,8027,004211,433172,167
Weber County276,3331,25914,13716,22110,7886096092765591,34641458240,89355,493
Tooele County83,5332155,8404,3803,2206310214278198161612,22918,792
Box Elder County64,1901446,3123,5652,6252326316955051378,68513,913
Morgan County13,256271,051762782053023109383,715
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Davis County12.170.407.206.094.130.190.250.200.280.780.150.1813.6718.78
Utah11.110.406.825.524.610.380.180.200.480.780.300.3115.2116.80
National10.641.531.926.713.191.270.240.521.561.780.420.6321.3616.48
Salt Lake County10.340.485.794.974.190.680.220.310.961.440.560.5717.2914.08
Weber County11.930.465.125.873.900.220.220.100.200.490.150.2114.8020.08
Tooele County12.910.266.995.243.850.080.120.170.090.240.020.0214.6422.50
Box Elder County13.270.229.835.554.090.040.410.020.150.080.080.0613.5321.67
Morgan County17.810.207.935.755.900.000.040.020.000.170.010.007.0828.03
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Davis County 98.57105.52110.3189.6748.54143.1198.5057.5599.9550.5656.1189.90111.79
Utah 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 378.0528.21121.6969.24331.99138.77255.91323.13228.04140.93200.09140.4798.12
Salt Lake County 119.4084.8789.9990.86176.40126.70153.31198.74185.08185.42182.22113.6783.81
Weber County 112.7174.99106.3984.6757.49125.1449.5841.8362.5649.9567.0197.30119.56
Tooele County 63.67102.4895.0483.6019.6769.3384.3919.3130.446.396.0996.26133.93
Box Elder County 55.50144.14100.6688.699.35232.6412.3730.6010.0026.4918.3488.96129.04
Morgan County 50.39116.22104.19127.940.0021.4211.230.0022.282.520.0046.53166.85
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Davis County 26.07374.1090.65129.5114.62103.1338.4917.8143.8335.8728.0464.00113.93
Utah 26.45354.5282.18144.4230.1272.0639.0830.9543.8570.9649.9871.19101.91
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Salt Lake County 31.58300.8973.96131.2353.1391.3059.9161.5181.16131.5791.0780.9285.42
Weber County 29.81265.8587.43122.2817.3290.1719.3712.9427.4335.4433.4969.27121.85
Tooele County 16.84363.3178.10120.745.9349.9632.985.9813.354.533.0568.53136.50
Box Elder County 14.68511.0082.72128.092.82167.644.849.474.3918.809.1763.33131.51
Morgan County 13.33412.0185.62184.770.0015.434.390.009.771.780.0033.12170.04


Sources: STI: PopStats