Explore the Family Name Matza
The meaning of Matza
Jewish (eastern Ashkenazic): occupational name for a baker of Jewish unleavened bread, from Yiddish (of Hebrew origin) matse ‘matzah’ (unleavened bread). Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Hyman, Nissim.
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How common is the last name Matza in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the popularity of the surname "Matza" has seen a decline in the United States between 2000 and 2010. Ranked 46,944th in 2000, it had fallen to 71,042nd by 2010, marking a decrease of 51.33%. Similarly, the count of individuals with this surname decreased from 426 to 275 during this period, a drop of 35.45%. The proportion of people with the surname Matza per 100,000 also fell from 0.16 to 0.09, showing a decline of 43.75%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #46,944 | #71,042 | -51.33% |
| Count | 426 | 275 | -35.45% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.09 | -43.75% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Matza
In terms of ethnic identity, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals that most individuals with the surname "Matza" identified as White in both 2000 and 2010, although there was a slight decrease from 93.66% to 91.27%. A small percentage identified as Hispanic, increasing slightly from 4.93% to 5.09%. Interestingly, the category of "Two or more races" appeared in 2010 with a 2.91% representation. No individuals with the surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.66% | 91.27% | -2.55% |
| Hispanic | 4.93% | 5.09% | 3.25% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 2.91% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |