Explore the Family Name Holan
The meaning of Holan
1. Czech: nickname from a derivative of holý ‘naked, bare, or clean-shaven’ (see Holy). 2. Norwegian: habitational name from any of several farms, chiefly in Trøndelag, named with the definite plural form of Old Norse hóll ‘round hill, mound’.
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How common is the last name Holan in the United States?
The surname 'Holan' saw a decrease in popularity from 2000 to 2010 according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, it was ranked as the 36,956th most popular surname, while in 2010, it dropped to the 40,672nd position, marking a decrease of 10.06%. The number of individuals bearing this surname also experienced a decline of 5.62% during this period, from 569 to 537. Consequently, the proportion of people with this surname per 100k also decreased by 14.29%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #36,956 | #40,672 | -10.06% |
| Count | 569 | 537 | -5.62% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.21 | 0.18 | -14.29% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Holan
When it comes to ethnic identity associated with the surname 'Holan', the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some interesting trends. The majority, around 96.09% in 2010 up from 92.09% in 2000, identified as White. There was a significant decrease in those identifying as Hispanic, from 3.34% in 2000 to just 0.93% in 2010. Those identifying as Black also saw a slight decrease, from 1.58% in 2000 to 1.30% in 2010. Individuals identifying with two or more races also decreased from 1.76% to 0.93%. No individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either 2000 or 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 92.09% | 96.09% | 4.34% |
| Black | 1.58% | 1.3% | -17.72% |
| Two or More Races | 1.76% | 0.93% | -47.16% |
| Hispanic | 3.34% | 0.93% | -72.16% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |