Explore the Family Name Luaces
The meaning of Luaces
Galician: habitational name from a place called Luaces in Lugo province, probably of pre-Roman origin.
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How common is the last name Luaces in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname "Luaces" has seen a rise in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Luaces was ranked 78,838 but by 2010 it had risen in the ranks to 74,608, which is an increase of approximately 5.37%. Similarly, the number of individuals with this surname also grew from 225 in 2000 to 259 in 2010, reflecting a 15.11% growth. The proportion of the population with this surname per 100,000 people also increased by 12.5%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #78,838 | #74,608 | 5.37% |
| Count | 225 | 259 | 15.11% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.09 | 12.5% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Luaces
In terms of ethnicity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows that the majority of those with the surname Luaces identify as Hispanic. This group increased slightly from 79.56% in 2000 to 81.08% in 2010. Conversely, the percentage of those identifying as White decreased slightly from 19.56% to 18.92%. There were no reported changes for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 79.56% | 81.08% | 1.91% |
| White | 19.56% | 18.92% | -3.27% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |