Explore the Family Name Frasca
The meaning of Frasca
Italian (southern): from frasca ‘branch’ used as a topographic name or a metonymic occupational name, since this word also denoted the branch which was used as a sign outside taverns when a new wine barrel was opened, as well as the tavern itself. Figuratively, the term also denotes a frivolous and capricious person. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Angelo, Antonio, Salvatore, Enrico, Nicola, Rocco, Sandro, Agostino, Carlo, Carmela, Carmelo, Carmine.
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How common is the last name Frasca in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Frasca saw a slight decline from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 17,419th most popular surname, but by 2010 it fell slightly to the 18,089th spot, representing a -3.85% change. Despite this dip in ranking, the actual count of individuals with this surname increased from 1,493 to 1,541 over the same period, marking a growth rate of 3.22%. However, when measured as a proportion per 100,000 people, the prevalence of the surname decreased from 0.55 to 0.52, a -5.45% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #17,419 | #18,089 | -3.85% |
| Count | 1,493 | 1,541 | 3.22% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.55 | 0.52 | -5.45% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Frasca
The ethnicity or ethnic identity associated with the surname Frasca has also seen changes between 2000 and 2010, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. The number of individuals identifying as White remained relatively stable, decreasing slightly from 94.78% to 94.55%. There was a notable decrease in those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and those reporting two or more races, with changes of -32.84% and -21.50% respectively. The percentage of Hispanic individuals, however, increased by 25.42%. The data for Black, American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities were suppressed (S) for privacy reasons.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.78% | 94.55% | -0.24% |
| Hispanic | 2.95% | 3.7% | 25.42% |
| Two or More Races | 1.07% | 0.84% | -21.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.67% | 0.45% | -32.84% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |