Explore the Family Name Bitar
The meaning of Bitar
Arabic (mainly Syria and Lebanon): from a personal name based on Arabic bayṭār ‘farrier, veterinarian’. It is found among both Muslims and Christians. Compare Bittar. Some characteristic forenames: Arabic/Muslim Kamal, Ghassan, Khalil, Samir, Ali, Amer, Jamal, Loutfi, Mohammad, Samer, Afif, Badih. French Antoine, Emile, Camille, Georges, Michel.
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How common is the last name Bitar in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Bitar has seen a notable increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Bitar was ranked as the 23,087th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had risen to become the 20,949th most common name in the United States - a growth rate of 9.26 percent. Over the same period, the number of individuals with the Bitar surname grew from 1,033 to 1,257, marking an increase of 21.68 percent. Furthermore, the proportion of Bitar per 100,000 people also showed a positive trend, increasing from 0.38 to 0.43.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #23,087 | #20,949 | 9.26% |
| Count | 1,033 | 1,257 | 21.68% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.38 | 0.43 | 13.16% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Bitar
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnic identity associated with the Bitar surname. In 2000, most people carrying this surname identified as White (78.99 percent), with those identifying as Hispanic (10.84 percent) or belonging to two or more races (9.00 percent) following behind. By 2010, the percentage of those identifying as White had slightly increased to 80.75 percent, while the Hispanic representation also rose to 12.17 percent. Notably, the proportion of individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and Black under the Bitar surname experienced significant growth rates of 66.67 percent and 63.24 percent respectively, despite their overall smaller proportions. Conversely, the representation of those claiming two or more races decreased by 42.56 percent. No recorded changes were found for American Indian and Alaskan Native populations during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 78.99% | 80.75% | 2.23% |
| Hispanic | 10.84% | 12.17% | 12.27% |
| Two or More Races | 9% | 5.17% | -42.56% |
| Black | 0.68% | 1.11% | 63.24% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.48% | 0.8% | 66.67% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |