Explore the Family Name Marrano
The meaning of Marrano
Italian: nickname for a ruffian or villain, or for a convert to Christianity from Judaism or Mohammedanism, mar(r)ano, Sicilian marranu. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Angelo, Saverio, Vito.
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How common is the last name Marrano in the United States?
The popularity of the surname Marrano has seen a slight increase over the decade, as recorded in the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, Marrano was ranked 59,453rd out of all surnames in the United States, however by 2010, it had moved up to 58,604th place, experiencing a modest increase of 1.43%. The number of individuals with this surname also rose from 318 to 346, marking an 8.81% increase. Despite this growth, the proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.12.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #59,453 | #58,604 | 1.43% |
| Count | 318 | 346 | 8.81% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.12 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Marrano
In regard to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of individuals with the Marrano surname identify as White. In 2000, this group represented 96.23% of Marranos, although there was a slight decline to 93.06% by 2010. Meanwhile, the percentage of Marranos identifying as Hispanic saw a significant rise from 3.46% to 5.49% over the same period. There were no reported changes for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native, with these groups each comprising less than 1% of the Marrano population.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.23% | 93.06% | -3.29% |
| Hispanic | 3.46% | 5.49% | 58.67% |
| 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% |