Explore the Family Name Moten
The meaning of Moten
Dutch: topographic name for someone who lived by a fortified stronghold, Middle Dutch mote (see Motte 1).
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Moten in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Moten saw an increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 7,512th most popular surname, but by 2010, it had risen to the 7,071st position, a positive change of 5.87%. The count of individuals bearing the surname also increased during this period from 4,088 to 4,734, indicating a growth rate of 15.8%. Similarly, the proportion per 100k people grew by 5.26%, from 1.52 in 2000 to 1.6 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #7,512 | #7,071 | 5.87% |
| Count | 4,088 | 4,734 | 15.8% |
| Proportion per 100k | 1.52 | 1.6 | 5.26% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Moten
When examining the ethnicity of those with the Moten surname, data from the Decennial U.S. Census reveals shifts over the decade. The highest percentage in both years was identified as Black, though there was a slight decrease from 84.81% in 2000 to 79.87% in 2010. The Hispanic population showed the most significant increase, rising from 1.64% to 3.04%, equating to an 85.37% change. Those identifying as White also increased moderately from 8.10% to 9.70%. The percentage of those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or Two or more races also grew, while the percentage of American Indian and Alaskan Native decreased slightly.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 84.81% | 79.87% | -5.82% |
| White | 8.1% | 9.7% | 19.75% |
| Two or More Races | 2.89% | 4.33% | 49.83% |
| Hispanic | 1.64% | 3.04% | 85.37% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 2.15% | 2.79% | 29.77% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.42% | 0.27% | -35.71% |