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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:

16.08

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)

Noble County10,936695887064222015661855
Oklahoma (in 000's)4,1172253058283903716221855346
National (in 000's)343,25113,8902,21362611,32738,8796,1814,6443,68725,8937,8527,174
Payne County84,7964,4613,497503303,8132394066721,948690510
Garfield County61,9613,1021,1452,6002927,916337127308795304269
Logan County54,4663,5411,597314283,2022691914302,029713590
Osage County46,5892,1616,246172591,43890801242,977926838
Kay County43,1902,6603,9332681683,06310657271550137156
Pawnee County16,2371,1161,87502842113661245734
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Noble County16.086.368.110.000.053.860.020.000.140.600.160.50
Oklahoma11.595.477.420.190.679.460.890.390.534.481.301.12
National7.834.050.640.183.3011.331.801.351.077.542.292.09
Payne County12.725.264.120.060.394.500.280.480.792.300.810.60
Garfield County12.875.011.854.200.4712.780.540.200.501.280.490.43
Logan County12.566.502.930.060.795.880.490.350.793.731.311.08
Osage County12.884.6413.410.040.563.090.190.170.276.391.991.80
Kay County14.466.169.110.620.397.090.250.130.631.270.320.36
Pawnee County15.216.8711.550.000.172.590.080.040.380.150.350.21
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Noble County 116.21109.380.008.1940.772.060.0025.9913.4612.6944.97
Oklahoma 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 73.998.7097.26492.57119.68202.70345.74203.52168.25176.32186.88
Payne County 96.2055.6131.4358.0947.5131.73122.35150.1751.2462.7253.78
Garfield County 91.5424.922,236.4070.34135.0061.2252.3894.1928.6237.8238.82
Logan County 118.8839.5430.33117.2962.1255.5989.61149.6083.09100.9096.86
Osage County 84.81180.7919.4582.9832.6121.7443.8850.43142.52153.20160.83
Kay County 112.62122.80330.7158.0674.9427.6333.73118.8928.4024.4532.30
Pawnee County 125.68155.720.0025.7427.409.019.4471.193.3027.0618.72
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Noble County 157.051,257.900.001.6634.071.020.0012.778.007.2024.06
Oklahoma 135.151,150.07102.8220.3083.5549.3328.9249.1359.4456.7153.51
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Payne County 130.00639.5932.3111.7939.7015.6535.3973.7830.4535.5728.78
Garfield County 123.72286.602,299.4814.28112.7930.2015.1546.2817.0121.4520.77
Logan County 160.66454.7431.1923.8151.9027.4325.9273.5049.3857.2351.83
Osage County 114.622,079.2220.0016.8527.2510.7312.6924.7884.7186.8986.06
Kay County 152.201,412.29340.0411.7962.6113.639.7558.4216.8813.8717.28
Pawnee County 169.851,790.930.005.2322.894.452.7334.981.9615.3510.02
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Canadian British Dutch French German Italian Polish Scandi­navian Scotish/ Irish Spanish Other European

Noble County10,93626291061681,401124251008600297
Oklahoma (in 000's)4,117625422322703516392651369
National (in 000's)343,2511,35018,0691,8283,64224,7089,0274,6675,96920,6251,1409,563
Payne County84,796746,5866348319,0958873781,2766,6883761,620
Garfield County61,961583,5937435666,9494532756344,205941,185
Logan County54,466914,4984166174,6656672078034,6031561,226
Osage County46,589832,8453244562,9562831743523,19784798
Kay County43,190352,6613304274,1053361484862,72557746
Pawnee County16,237121,1301461761,308123841721,42816170
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Noble County16.080.025.750.971.5412.811.130.230.917.860.002.72
Oklahoma11.590.146.180.530.786.560.860.390.956.430.311.66
National7.830.395.260.531.067.202.631.361.746.010.332.79
Payne County12.720.097.770.750.9810.731.050.451.507.890.441.91
Garfield County12.870.095.801.200.9111.220.730.441.026.790.151.91
Logan County12.560.178.260.761.138.561.220.381.478.450.292.25
Osage County12.880.186.110.700.986.340.610.370.766.860.181.71
Kay County14.460.086.160.760.999.500.780.341.136.310.131.73
Pawnee County15.210.076.960.901.088.060.760.521.068.790.101.05
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Noble County 12.7293.07182.45197.35195.37131.9159.1796.37122.310.00163.13
Oklahoma 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 273.5285.18100.24136.29109.78305.96351.89183.2593.45108.55167.36
Payne County 60.68125.69140.73125.89163.57121.69115.38158.59122.67144.89114.76
Garfield County 65.0993.84225.71117.35171.0385.05114.87107.84105.5549.57114.88
Logan County 116.18133.64143.77145.52130.62142.4798.37155.38131.4493.59135.21
Osage County 123.8898.82130.90125.7496.7670.6796.6679.63106.7358.92102.89
Kay County 56.3599.70143.82127.00144.9590.5188.69118.5998.1343.12103.75
Pawnee County 51.39112.62169.25139.25122.8588.13133.90111.64136.7932.2062.89
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Noble County 4.65109.26182.01144.79177.9743.1116.8152.59130.880.0097.48
Oklahoma 36.56117.3999.7673.3791.1032.6828.4254.57107.0092.1359.75
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Payne County 22.19147.55140.4092.37149.0039.7732.7986.54131.26133.4868.57
Garfield County 23.80110.16225.1786.10155.8027.8032.6458.84112.9545.6768.64
Logan County 42.48156.88143.42106.77118.9946.5627.9584.79140.6586.2280.79
Osage County 45.29116.01130.5992.2588.1423.1027.4743.45114.2054.2861.48
Kay County 20.60117.04143.4793.18132.0429.5825.2064.71105.0039.7361.99
Pawnee County 18.79132.21168.84102.17111.9128.8038.0560.92146.3729.6637.58
 
Ancestry Report Part III
DescriptionTotal Population Chinese Filipino Japanese Korean Vietnamese South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Noble County10,93620080041241,5433,485
Oklahoma (in 000's)4,117128252220141211798878
National (in 000's)343,2514,4613,0107931,5411,9135,4521,6431,2291,93147,32251,000
Payne County84,79694366156178411,10226415247814,84721,508
Garfield County61,961340531744061461831209,90315,244
Logan County54,46666283629082839459,71113,452
Osage County46,58924297115510205110,4319,288
Kay County43,190212267412181370287,05212,449
Pawnee County16,237234100416404,0123,728
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Noble County16.080.020.000.000.070.000.000.040.110.0414.1131.87
Oklahoma11.590.300.200.050.120.520.490.330.300.2619.3921.33
National7.831.300.880.230.450.561.590.480.360.5613.7914.86
Payne County12.721.110.080.180.210.051.300.310.180.5617.5125.36
Garfield County12.870.550.090.030.070.000.100.070.300.1915.9824.60
Logan County12.560.120.050.070.050.000.150.010.070.0817.8324.70
Osage County12.880.050.060.020.000.030.010.020.040.1122.3919.94
Kay County14.460.050.050.010.170.030.040.030.160.0616.3328.82
Pawnee County15.210.010.020.020.010.000.000.250.040.2524.7122.96
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Noble County 6.170.000.0059.150.000.0011.0336.8013.8172.78149.38
Oklahoma 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 438.49435.29439.40363.10106.22324.91144.34120.13212.3771.1169.65
Payne County 375.2138.63349.97169.749.22265.8493.8960.12212.8390.32118.90
Garfield County 185.1442.4652.1957.420.0020.1422.3999.0673.1282.44115.33
Logan County 40.8825.52125.7343.050.0030.804.4324.0231.1991.97115.77
Osage County 17.3830.8928.581.746.142.206.4714.4041.33115.4993.45
Kay County 16.4125.2826.43138.545.308.539.0854.3624.4884.22135.11
Pawnee County 4.169.1746.864.980.000.0076.1512.3993.01127.45107.63
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Noble County 1.410.000.0016.290.000.007.6430.646.50102.34214.48
Oklahoma 22.8122.9722.7627.5494.1430.7869.2883.2547.09140.62143.58
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Payne County 85.578.8779.6546.758.6881.8265.0550.05100.22127.00170.71
Garfield County 42.229.7511.8815.810.006.2015.5182.4634.43115.93165.59
Logan County 9.325.8628.6111.860.009.483.0719.9914.69129.33166.23
Osage County 3.967.106.500.485.780.684.4811.9919.46162.40134.18
Kay County 3.745.816.0138.164.992.626.2945.2511.53118.43194.00
Pawnee County 0.952.1110.671.370.000.0052.7610.3243.80179.23154.53


Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025