Explore the Family Name Fayard
The meaning of Fayard
1. Altered form of French Faillard: derivative of Faille, most likely having the meaning ‘liar’. 2. French: topographic name for someone living by a beech wood, from a diminutive of Fay 3. Some characteristic forenames: French Emile, Camille, Cecile, Gaston.
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How common is the last name Fayard in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Fayard has experienced a slight increase in popularity over the years. In the year 2000, it was ranked 25,098 with a count of 927, while in 2010, it climbed up to rank 24,890 with a total count of 999, indicating an upward change of 0.83% in its ranking and 7.77% in its count. The proportion per 100k remained stable at 0.34 during both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #25,098 | #24,890 | 0.83% |
| Count | 927 | 999 | 7.77% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.34 | 0.34 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Fayard
When it comes to ethnic identity associated with the surname Fayard, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of people with this last name identified as White, making up 93.10% in the year 2000 and decreasing slightly to 91.79% in 2010. There's also been a substantial increase of 40.89% in those identifying as Hispanic from 2.91% in 2000 to 4.10% in 2010. Individuals associating themselves with two or more ethnicities saw an increase of 31.15%, while those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native decreased by 25.93%. No individuals reported as Asian/Pacific Islander or Black in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.1% | 91.79% | -1.41% |
| Hispanic | 2.91% | 4.1% | 40.89% |
| Two or More Races | 1.83% | 2.4% | 31.15% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.62% | 1.2% | -25.93% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |