Explore the Family Name Morrisroe
The meaning of Morrisroe
Irish (County Roscommon): Anglicized form of Gaelic Mac Muiris Rua ‘son of red Morris’ (see Morris 2).
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Morrisroe in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Morrisroe has increased between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, the name was ranked as the 52,403rd most popular surname in the United States, with 372 people bearing that name. By 2010, it had climbed to 50,659th place, with an increase in count to 412 individuals. This represents a 3.33% rise in rank and a 10.75% growth in count. However, the proportion per 100,000 people remained steady at 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #52,403 | #50,659 | 3.33% |
| Count | 372 | 412 | 10.75% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Morrisroe
In terms of ethnic identity, the Morrisroe surname is predominantly found among individuals identifying as White, according to the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, approximately 94.09% of those with this surname identified as White, decreasing slightly to 92.72% in 2010. The Hispanic population with the Morrisroe surname saw a significant increase over this period, growing by 35.29%. Meanwhile, the percentage of Black individuals with this surname declined by 9.70%. There were no recorded instances of this surname among Asian/Pacific Islanders or American Indians and Alaskan Natives in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 94.09% | 92.72% | -1.46% |
| Hispanic | 3.23% | 4.37% | 35.29% |
| Black | 1.34% | 1.21% | -9.7% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |