Explore the Family Name Megna
The meaning of Megna
Italian: habitational name from a shortened form of Omegna in Novara province. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Salvatore, Giuseppe, Vito.
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How common is the last name Megna in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Megna has seen minor changes between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Megna ranked as the 27,970th most popular surname in the United States, but by 2010 it had slipped slightly to 28,650th place, showing a decrease of 2.43% over this period. However, the number of individuals with the surname Megna actually increased from 807 to 832 during this time, indicating a growth of 3.1%. The proportion per 100,000 people also decreased by 6.67%, going from 0.3 to 0.28.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #27,970 | #28,650 | -2.43% |
| Count | 807 | 832 | 3.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.3 | 0.28 | -6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Megna
The Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some interesting shifts in the ethnicity associated with the Megna surname from 2000 to 2010. The majority of Megnas identified as White, although there was a small decrease in this group from 95.29% to 93.03%. The percentage of Megnas identifying as Hispanic saw a slight increase from 2.23% to 2.76%. There was also a significant jump in those identifying as Black, up by 69.7% from 0.99% to 1.68%. Those identifying with two or more races also increased by 28.86%, going from 1.49% to 1.92%. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 95.29% | 93.03% | -2.37% |
| Hispanic | 2.23% | 2.76% | 23.77% |
| Two or More Races | 1.49% | 1.92% | 28.86% |
| Black | 0.99% | 1.68% | 69.7% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |