Explore the Family Name Hipolito
The meaning of Hipolito
Spanish and Portuguese (Hipólito): from the personal name Hipolito (see Ippolito). Some characteristic forenames: Spanish Jose, Jesus, Emilio, Juan, Miguel, Rolando, Alexandrina, Alfredo, Araceli, Arsenio, Arturo, Beatriz.
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How common is the last name Hipolito in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname Hipolito has significantly increased over a decade. In 2000, it was ranked as the 14,862nd most common name, but by 2010, it had risen to the 11,007th spot, marking an impressive upsurge of about 25.94%. The count of individuals with the Hipolito last name also grew from 1,828 in 2000 to 2,890 in 2010, indicating a substantial increase of 58.1%. The proportion per 100,000 people also rose from 0.68 to 0.98, showing a 44.12% growth.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #14,862 | #11,007 | 25.94% |
| Count | 1,828 | 2,890 | 58.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.68 | 0.98 | 44.12% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hipolito
The Decennial U.S. Census data reveals interesting changes in the ethnic identity associated with the Hipolito surname between 2000 and 2010. The Hispanic ethnicity saw an increase from 61.05% to 67.30%, representing about 10.24% growth. However, there were decreases among several other ethnic groups. The Asian/Pacific Islander group showed a decline from 28.34% to 25.05%, a 11.61% drop. The White ethnicity decreased from 7.17% to 5.54%, a 22.73% reduction, and those identifying as two or more races fell from 2.74% to 1.76%, a 35.77% decrease. Meanwhile, both Black and American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnicities started being represented under this surname in 2010, though they remain very minor groups at 0.17% each.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 61.05% | 67.3% | 10.24% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 28.34% | 25.05% | -11.61% |
| White | 7.17% | 5.54% | -22.73% |
| Two or More Races | 2.74% | 1.76% | -35.77% |
| Black | 0% | 0.17% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0.17% | 0% |