Explore the Family Name Hislop
The meaning of Hislop
Scottish (Lowlands): habitational name from Hislop, on Hazelhope Burn (Roxburghshire), named with Old English hæsel, hesel ‘hazel tree’ + Old English hop ‘remote valley’.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Hislop in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Hislop showed increased popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 20,055th in terms of prevalence, but by 2010, it had moved up to the 19,852nd position, indicating a growth rate of 1.01%. The number of individuals with the Hislop surname also grew by nearly 10% from 1,237 to 1,354 during this period. However, the proportion of Hislops per 100,000 people remained stable at 0.46.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #20,055 | #19,852 | 1.01% |
| Count | 1,237 | 1,354 | 9.46% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.46 | 0.46 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Hislop
The Decennial U.S. Census also provides insights into the ethnic identity of those bearing the surname Hislop. Between 2000 and 2010, there were shifts in the ethnic distribution of this name. While the percentage of White individuals decreased slightly by about 4%, there was a notable increase in individuals identifying as Hispanic and Black. The Hispanic representation increased by 35.05%, while the Black representation rose by 56.51%. The figures for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander and American Indian and Alaskan Native remained unchanged at 0%. There was a minor decrease of 17.9% in individuals identifying themselves as having two or more ethnicities.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 89.57% | 85.6% | -4.43% |
| Black | 4.53% | 7.09% | 56.51% |
| Hispanic | 3.88% | 5.24% | 35.05% |
| Two or More Races | 1.62% | 1.33% | -17.9% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |