Explore the Family Name Afif
The meaning of Afif
Arabic: from a personal name based on the adjective ʿafīf ‘virtuous, chaste’. This surname is found among both Muslims and Christians.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Afif in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Afif has seen a commendable increase between 2000 and 2010. Ranked at 122,534 in 2000, the popularity rose to a rank of 107,134 in 2010, marking an impressive upward change of 12.57%. The number of people bearing this surname also grew from 130 to 166 during the same period, an increase of 27.69%. Additionally, the proportion of people named Afif per 100,000 increased by 20% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #122,534 | #107,134 | 12.57% |
| Count | 130 | 166 | 27.69% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.05 | 0.06 | 20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Afif
Shifting focus to the ethnic identity associated with the surname Afif, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some interesting shifts between 2000 and 2010. While the majority identified as White in both years, the percentage increased from 61.54% to 75.90%, indicating an increase in this ethnic identity by 23.33%. The Asian/Pacific Islander representation also saw growth, going from 6.15% to 7.83%. The Hispanic category witnessed a modest increase of 7.80%. However, there was a significant decrease in individuals identifying as Two or more races, dropping from 21.54% to 6.63%. The Black category also experienced a decline from 4.62% to 3.01%. No changes were observed for the American Indian and Alaskan Native category.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 61.54% | 75.9% | 23.33% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 6.15% | 7.83% | 27.32% |
| Two or More Races | 21.54% | 6.63% | -69.22% |
| Hispanic | 6.15% | 6.63% | 7.8% |
| Black | 4.62% | 3.01% | -34.85% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |