Explore the Family Name Gauci
The meaning of Gauci
Maltese and Italian (Sicily): from Maltese Arabic Għawdxi, denoting a native of the island of Gozo. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Silvio, Carmel, Carmelo, Reno, Salvatore.
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How common is the last name Gauci in the United States?
Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Gauci has seen a slight increase in popularity between the years 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the surname ranked 61,855 in popularity with a count of 303 individuals bearing the name. By 2010, the surname had moved up to rank 60,196 with a total count of 335 individuals, marking a change of 2.68 in rank and an increase in count by 10.56%. Despite these shifts, the proportion of the surname per 100,000 people remained constant at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,855 | #60,196 | 2.68% |
| Count | 303 | 335 | 10.56% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Gauci
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insights into the ethnicity of individuals with the surname Gauci. In 2000, the majority identified as White (91.09%), followed by Hispanic (6.93%). There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native. By 2010, there was a slight decrease in those identifying as White (-4.31%) and an increase in those identifying as Hispanic (37.81%). Additionally, a small percentage (2.09%) started identifying with two or more races. The data still showed no recorded individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.09% | 87.16% | -4.31% |
| Hispanic | 6.93% | 9.55% | 37.81% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.09% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |