Explore the Family Name Luzon
The meaning of Luzon
1. Spanish: habitational name from a place called Luzón in Guadalajara province. 2. Jewish (from North Africa): adoption of 1.
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How common is the last name Luzon in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Luzon has experienced a decrease in popularity over time. In 2000, Luzon was ranked as the 66,073rd most popular surname, with approximately 280 individuals carrying the name. By 2010, however, its ranking had fallen to 80,926 and the count decreased to 234 people—a reduction of 16.43%. The proportion of people with the Luzon surname per 100,000 also saw a decline of 20% from 2000 to 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #66,073 | #80,926 | -22.48% |
| Count | 280 | 234 | -16.43% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.08 | -20% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Luzon
When it comes to ethnic identity, the Luzon surname is associated predominantly with the Hispanic community. According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, nearly half (49.29%) of the people with the Luzon surname identified as Hispanic in 2000. This percentage increased to 58.55% by 2010. Additionally, a significant proportion of those with the Luzon surname are White or Asian/Pacific Islander, though these percentages have decreased over the decade. There were no recorded instances of the Luzon surname among those identifying as Black, of two or more races, or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 49.29% | 58.55% | 18.79% |
| White | 26.43% | 21.79% | -17.56% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 23.21% | 18.38% | -20.81% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |