Explore the Family Name Moneymaker
The meaning of Moneymaker
Americanized form (translation into English) of German Geldmacher or Geldschläger, occupational names for a coiner.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Moneymaker in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname 'Moneymaker' has seen a slight increase in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 25,908, while in 2010 it moved up slightly to 25,810, marking a 0.38% change. The count of individuals with this surname also increased from 891 to 954, registering a 7.07% growth. However, the proportion per 100k people dipped by -3.03%, from 0.33 to 0.32.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #25,908 | #25,810 | 0.38% |
| Count | 891 | 954 | 7.07% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.33 | 0.32 | -3.03% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Moneymaker
The ethnic identity associated with the 'Moneymaker' surname has also evolved over the decade according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. Individuals identifying as White comprised the majority of 'Moneymakers', but their percentage dropped from 94.50% in 2000 to 92.77% in 2010. Interestingly, those identifying with two or more races saw an over 100% increase, from 1.46% to 2.94%. The Hispanic community also saw a rise from 2.02% to 2.52%, marking a 24.75% change. Meanwhile, the percentage of Asian/Pacific Islanders and Blacks with this surname was 0 in both years, and American Indian and Alaskan Natives witnessed a decrease from 1.46% to 1.05%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.5% | 92.77% | -1.83% |
| Two or More Races | 1.46% | 2.94% | 101.37% |
| Hispanic | 2.02% | 2.52% | 24.75% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 1.46% | 1.05% | -28.08% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.56% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |