Explore the Family Name Moises
The meaning of Moises
Spanish, Portuguese, and Jewish (Sephardic) (Moisés): from the personal name Moisés, an equivalent of Moses. Some characteristic forenames: Spanish Ernesto, Raymundo, Adela, Adolfo, Adriana, Alfonso, Alvarez, Ana, Aurelio, Carlos, Clarita, Domingo. French Michel, Pierre.
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How common is the last name Moises in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Moises has seen a surge in popularity in the United States between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 41,448 in terms of frequency but jumped to the 36,099 spot in 2010, marking an increase of 12.91%. The number of individuals carrying this surname also increased from 495 in 2000 to 621 in 2010 - a positive change of 25.45%. This meant that the proportion of people named Moises per 100,000 individuals improved by 16.67%, moving from 0.18 to 0.21.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #41,448 | #36,099 | 12.91% |
| Count | 495 | 621 | 25.45% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.21 | 16.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Moises
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Moises has also undergone changes during this decade. According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the largest percentage of people with this name identified as Hispanic in both years, but the proportion rose from 39.80% in 2000 to 44.44% in 2010, indicating a growth of 11.66%. Identification as Asian/Pacific Islander slightly decreased by 4.35%, settling at 36.71% in 2010. Similarly, those who identified as White decreased by 23.59% to 11.27% in 2010. A significant change was observed among those identifying as Black, noting a substantial boost of 88.74% to reach 4.19% in 2010. The count for those identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native remained at zero in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 39.8% | 44.44% | 11.66% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 38.38% | 36.71% | -4.35% |
| White | 14.75% | 11.27% | -23.59% |
| Black | 2.22% | 4.19% | 88.74% |
| Two or More Races | 4.85% | 3.38% | -30.31% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |