Explore the Family Name Ghantous
The meaning of Ghantous
Arabic (Lebanon): from ghanṭūs, of unknown meaning, used as a surname. Bearers of this surname are Christians.
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How common is the last name Ghantous in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Ghantous has seen a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 88,461 in terms of prevalence, but by 2010, the rank had improved to 75,317, marking an increase of approximately 14.86%. The count of individuals with this name increased from 195 in 2000 to 256 in 2010, a jump of over 31.28%. Additionally, the proportion of Ghantouses per 100,000 people also saw an upward trend, increasing from 0.07 to 0.09.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #88,461 | #75,317 | 14.86% |
| Count | 195 | 256 | 31.28% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.07 | 0.09 | 28.57% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Ghantous
In terms of ethnicity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that most individuals with the Ghantous surname identified as White, with an increase from 88.72% in 2000 to 94.92% in 2010. While in 2000, around 8.72% identified with two or more races, this category was not represented at all in the 2010 census data. Hispanic representation appeared for the first time in 2010, making up 2.73% of Ghantouses. Ethnic identities such as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, and American Indian and Alaskan Native were not associated with the Ghantous surname in either census.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 88.72% | 94.92% | 6.99% |
| Hispanic | 0% | 2.73% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 8.72% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |