Explore the Family Name Mccuaig
The meaning of Mccuaig
Scottish: Anglicized form of Gaelic Mac Cuaig, from a personal name of unexplained etymology.
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How common is the last name Mccuaig in the United States?
The surname Mccuaig, based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, saw a decrease in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In the year 2000, it was ranked 62,775th most popular surname with 298 individuals carrying it. By 2010, its popularity declined to rank 69,996, with only 280 individuals bearing the surname, representing a drop of 6.04%. This resulted in a proportion shift from 0.11 per 100k in 2000 to 0.09 per 100k in 2010, indicating an overall decrease of 18.18% in its prevalence.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #62,775 | #69,996 | -11.5% |
| Count | 298 | 280 | -6.04% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.09 | -18.18% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Mccuaig
Regarding the ethnicity of individuals with the Mccuaig surname, again based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, there were notable shifts between 2000 and 2010. The majority identified as White, though this percentage decreased from 93.62% in 2000 to 87.86% in 2010. The percentage of those identifying with two or more ethnicities increased significantly during this period, going from 2.35% to 4.29%. Additionally, there was a substantial increase in those identifying as Hispanic, from 1.68% in 2000 to 5.00% in 2010. However, there were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.62% | 87.86% | -6.15% |
| Hispanic | 1.68% | 5% | 197.62% |
| Two or More Races | 2.35% | 4.29% | 82.55% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |