Explore the Family Name Mainz
The meaning of Mainz
German and Jewish (western Ashkenazic): habitational name from the city of Mainz in Germany. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Math, Otto, Siegbert, Walther.
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How common is the last name Mainz in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Mainz showed a slight increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 84,310 in popularity, but by 2010, its rank improved to 81,772, reflecting a change of 3.01 percent. The number of individuals carrying this surname also rose from 207 to 231 during this period, marking an 11.59 percent increase. The proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.08 in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #84,310 | #81,772 | 3.01% |
| Count | 207 | 231 | 11.59% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.08 | 0.08 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Mainz
Regarding the ethnic identity associated with the surname Mainz, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts in proportions over the decade from 2000 to 2010. The vast majority of bearers of the surname were identified as White, although there was a slight decrease from 94.20 percent in 2000 to 90.48 percent in 2010. The Hispanic representation among the Mainz surname bearers saw a significant increase of approximately 57 percent, rising from 3.86 percent in 2000 to 6.06 percent in 2010. There were no individuals with this surname who were identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.2% | 90.48% | -3.95% |
| Hispanic | 3.86% | 6.06% | 56.99% |
| 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% |