Explore the Family Name Devaul
The meaning of Devaul
Altered form of Duvall, a surname of French origin. Compare Devault 2.
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How common is the last name Devaul in the United States?
The surname Devaul has seen some fluctuation in popularity over the years, according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, it ranked as the 27,009th most common surname, with a count of 844 bearers per 100,000 people. However, by 2010, its rank had dropped to 32,438 and the count reduced to 709 bearers per 100,000 people, indicating a decline in popularity of 20.1% in rank and 16.0% in count over a decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #27,009 | #32,438 | -20.1% |
| Count | 844 | 709 | -16% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.31 | 0.24 | -22.58% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Devaul
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that majority of the bearers of the surname Devaul identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, with 87.80% and 87.59% respectively. The number of those identifying as Black decreased by 20.59% during this period. On the other hand, the proportion of those reporting two or more races increased by 50.56%, while those identifying as Hispanic also went up by 28.25%. No individuals reported Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicity.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87.8% | 87.59% | -0.24% |
| Black | 6.75% | 5.36% | -20.59% |
| Hispanic | 3.08% | 3.95% | 28.25% |
| Two or More Races | 1.78% | 2.68% | 50.56% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |