Explore the Family Name Dispenza
The meaning of Dispenza
Italian: metonymic occupational name from dispensa in the sense ‘pantry, storeroom’. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Angelo, Giuseppe, Sal, Salvatore, Santi, Veto.
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How common is the last name Dispenza in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Dispenza ranks 34,390 in popularity as of 2010, slightly less popular than its rank of 33,830 in 2000. This is a decrease in popularity by 1.66%. However, the count of individuals bearing the surname Dispenza saw a small increase from 635 in 2000 to 659 in 2010, representing a change of 3.78%. The proportion of this surname per 100k population decreased by 8.33% over the same period, moving from 0.24 to 0.22.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #33,830 | #34,390 | -1.66% |
| Count | 635 | 659 | 3.78% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.24 | 0.22 | -8.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Dispenza
The Decennial U.S. Census data also reveals the ethnicity breakdown for those with the surname Dispenza. As of 2010, the majority of people with this surname identified as White, making up 96.21% of the total, marking a slight increase from 95.75% in 2000. A smaller proportion identified as Hispanic, making up 1.97% of the total, which represents an increase of 13.87% from 2000. Those identifying as of two or more ethnic identities made up 1.21%, a decrease from 1.89% in 2000. No individuals with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.75% | 96.21% | 0.48% |
| Hispanic | 1.73% | 1.97% | 13.87% |
| Two or More Races | 1.89% | 1.21% | -35.98% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |