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Republic 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:

13.26

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

German

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Caribbean (Latino) Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic African American Sub- Saharan Caribbean (Black)

Republic County4,6352631176890071471
Kansas (in 000's)2,993148203243122612161003726
National (in 000's)343,25113,8902,21362611,32738,8796,1814,6443,68725,8937,8527,174
Cloud County8,781585446225900446899
Jefferson County7,148315360162616326419131
Washington County5,549340227252305731
Thayer County4,95413414601290016800
Nuckolls County4,102171406121501060
Jewell County2,8962581000660041500
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Republic County13.265.670.240.150.131.920.000.000.150.300.150.02
Kansas10.984.940.680.100.7910.420.880.390.553.341.220.86
National7.834.050.640.183.3011.331.801.351.077.542.292.09
Cloud County13.846.660.500.070.022.950.000.000.500.770.100.10
Jefferson County19.764.410.500.000.223.650.880.360.060.270.180.01
Washington County19.796.130.040.040.134.540.050.000.090.130.050.02
Thayer County25.962.700.280.120.002.600.000.000.320.160.000.00
Nuckolls County20.164.170.100.000.152.950.120.000.020.000.150.00
Jewell County18.258.910.350.000.002.280.000.000.140.520.000.00
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Republic County 114.8835.14158.0516.3318.430.000.0027.449.0512.352.50
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 81.9395.46190.97416.28108.71204.85350.18195.14226.00187.09242.66
Cloud County 134.8974.1971.512.8728.310.000.0091.0423.208.3811.90
Jefferson County 89.2274.570.0028.2435.04100.2694.1410.177.9614.871.62
Washington County 124.065.3437.7215.9143.596.150.0016.373.784.422.09
Thayer County 54.7741.84126.750.0024.990.000.0058.684.840.000.00
Nuckolls County 84.4014.440.0018.4528.3113.870.004.430.0011.960.00
Jewell County 180.3851.120.000.0021.870.000.0025.0915.520.000.00
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Republic County 140.2236.8182.763.9216.950.000.0014.064.006.601.03
Kansas 122.05104.7552.3624.0291.9948.8228.5651.2444.2553.4541.21
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Cloud County 164.6377.7137.440.6926.040.000.0046.6510.274.484.90
Jefferson County 108.9078.110.006.7832.2448.9426.885.213.527.950.67
Washington County 151.415.5919.753.8240.093.000.008.391.672.360.86
Thayer County 66.8443.8366.370.0022.990.000.0030.072.140.000.00
Nuckolls County 103.0215.120.004.4326.046.770.002.270.006.390.00
Jewell County 220.1553.550.000.0020.120.000.0012.866.870.000.00
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Canadian British Dutch French German Italian Polish Scandi­navian Scotish/ Irish Spanish Other European

Republic County4,6352840313109804186552435326529
Kansas (in 000's)2,99362252135448352062218881
National (in 000's)343,2511,35018,0691,8283,64224,7089,0274,6675,96920,6251,1409,563
Cloud County8,781119650826881,57044414288423180
Jefferson County7,1481141348952,47543311873960426
Washington County5,54922288211431,922422416536513210
Thayer County4,954829936612,14311341672924190
Nuckolls County4,102625227361,33140192502426190
Jewell County2,896332632424782018123226497
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Republic County13.260.608.690.282.3517.350.391.4011.317.620.5611.41
Kansas10.980.217.500.691.1714.971.170.662.067.300.272.71
National7.830.395.260.531.067.202.631.361.746.010.332.79
Cloud County13.841.367.400.937.8417.880.500.474.879.590.032.05
Jefferson County19.760.155.780.671.3334.630.600.432.625.540.005.96
Washington County19.790.405.190.382.5834.640.760.432.976.580.233.78
Thayer County25.960.166.040.731.2343.260.220.693.375.890.083.84
Nuckolls County20.160.156.140.660.8832.450.980.466.095.900.154.63
Jewell County18.250.1011.261.101.4516.510.690.624.257.800.143.35
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Republic County 281.59115.8640.74201.23115.8933.17212.71548.02104.36206.56421.37
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 183.3570.1477.3690.7848.09224.64206.2284.2982.34122.33102.86
Cloud County 631.7198.64135.65670.43119.4542.8070.82236.27131.4012.5875.68
Jefferson County 71.7376.9997.55113.72231.3351.3865.78126.8175.920.00220.03
Washington County 184.8169.1654.98220.51231.4164.6565.60144.1490.1486.27139.72
Thayer County 75.2780.42105.56105.36289.0118.97104.10163.4180.7729.73141.60
Nuckolls County 68.1881.8695.6275.10216.7983.2970.26295.4380.8453.86171.01
Jewell County 48.29150.00160.51124.10110.2758.9994.27205.88106.9450.86123.66
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Republic County 153.58165.1752.67221.65240.9814.77103.15650.16126.75168.86409.64
Kansas 54.54142.57129.26110.15207.9344.5248.49118.64121.4581.7597.22
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Cloud County 344.53140.62175.35738.49248.3919.0534.34280.31159.5810.2873.57
Jefferson County 39.12109.76126.09125.27481.0222.8731.90150.4592.200.00213.91
Washington County 100.7998.6071.06242.90481.1828.7831.81171.00109.4770.53135.83
Thayer County 41.05114.66136.45116.06600.958.4450.48193.8698.1024.31137.66
Nuckolls County 37.19116.70123.6082.72450.7737.0834.07350.5098.1844.03166.25
Jewell County 26.34213.85207.49136.69229.3026.2645.72244.26129.8841.58120.22
 
Ancestry Report Part III
DescriptionTotal Population Chinese Filipino Japanese Korean Vietnamese South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Republic County4,6350030008522411,099
Kansas (in 000's)2,9931472516231479403612
National (in 000's)343,2514,4613,0107931,5411,9135,4521,6431,2291,93147,32251,000
Cloud County8,78115000020817692,313
Jefferson County7,1480000003605451,715
Washington County5,54901206000003601,334
Thayer County4,9540000005101861,210
Nuckolls County4,1020000000102531,135
Jewell County2,8960306010001531,011
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Republic County13.260.000.000.060.000.000.000.170.110.045.2023.71
Kansas10.980.460.240.070.160.520.770.470.230.3113.4520.44
National7.831.300.880.230.450.561.590.480.360.5613.7914.86
Cloud County13.840.170.000.000.000.000.020.000.090.018.7626.34
Jefferson County19.760.000.000.000.000.000.000.040.080.007.6223.99
Washington County19.790.000.220.000.110.000.000.000.000.006.4924.04
Thayer County25.960.000.000.000.000.000.000.100.020.003.7524.42
Nuckolls County20.160.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.020.006.1727.67
Jewell County18.250.000.100.000.210.000.030.000.000.005.2834.91
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Republic County 0.000.0090.740.000.000.0036.7345.9614.1238.65116.01
Kansas 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 280.82367.38323.82274.96106.86207.54101.87152.60184.07102.4772.69
Cloud County 36.910.000.000.000.002.980.0038.823.7365.09128.88
Jefferson County 0.000.000.000.000.000.008.9335.760.0056.67117.39
Washington County 0.0090.590.0066.210.000.000.000.000.0048.22117.62
Thayer County 0.000.000.000.000.000.0021.488.600.0027.91119.50
Nuckolls County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0010.390.0045.84135.38
Jewell County 0.0043.390.00126.860.004.510.000.000.0039.27170.80
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Republic County 0.000.0028.020.000.000.0036.0630.127.6737.72159.58
Kansas 35.6127.2230.8836.3793.5848.1898.1765.5354.3397.59137.56
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Cloud County 13.140.000.000.000.001.430.0025.442.0263.52177.29
Jefferson County 0.000.000.000.000.000.008.7723.440.0055.30161.48
Washington County 0.0024.660.0024.080.000.000.000.000.0047.06161.80
Thayer County 0.000.000.000.000.000.0021.095.640.0027.23164.39
Nuckolls County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.006.810.0044.74186.23
Jewell County 0.0011.810.0046.140.002.170.000.000.0038.32234.96


Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025