Explore the Family Name Mastrodonato
The meaning of Mastrodonato
Italian (southern): from a title of respect composed of mastro ‘master craftsman’ + the personal name Donato.
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How common is the last name Mastrodonato in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Mastrodonato has seen slight fluctuations in the United States over the past decade. In 2000, Mastrodonato was ranked 68,782nd in popularity with a count of 267 individuals bearing the name. However, by 2010, it dropped to the 75,799th position despite only a minor decrease in count to 254 individuals. This represents a decrease of 10.2 ranks and a 4.87% decrease in the number of people with the surname. The proportion of individuals with the Mastrodonato surname per 100k also decreased by 10% from 0.1 to 0.09 during this period.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,782 | #75,799 | -10.2% |
| Count | 267 | 254 | -4.87% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.09 | -10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Mastrodonato
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Mastrodonato, according to the Decennial U.S. Census, is predominantly white. In 2000, about 97% of individuals with this surname identified as white, and by 2010, this percentage increased to approximately 98.82%, suggesting a trend toward increasing homogeneity. It's noteworthy that the percentage of individuals identifying as Hispanic decreased to zero by 2010, from a modest 1.87% in 2000. There were no recorded instances of individuals with the Mastrodonato surname identifying as Black, Asian/Pacific Islander, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97% | 98.82% | 1.88% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1.87% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |