Explore the Family Name Muff
The meaning of Muff
1. English (Yorkshire): variant of Mowe. 2. German and Swiss German: nickname for a sulky or surly person, from Middle High German muff, mupf ‘pout, drooping mouth’. Some characteristic forenames: German Erwin, Leonhard.
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How common is the last name Muff in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname 'Muff' experienced a slight increase in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked as the 23,207th most popular surname, but by 2010 it had risen to the 22,838th position, representing a change of 1.59%. The number of individuals with this surname also grew from 1,026 in 2000 to 1,121 in 2010, an increase of 9.26%. However, the proportion per 100k remained static at 0.38.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #23,207 | #22,838 | 1.59% |
| Count | 1,026 | 1,121 | 9.26% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.38 | 0.38 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Muff
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data indicates some shifts among individuals with the Muff surname. While there were no reported Asian/Pacific Islanders or American Indian and Alaskan Natives with this surname in either 2000 or 2010, there was a significant increase of 92.05% in those identifying with two or more races. The percentage of White individuals decreased slightly from 79.24% to 76.81%, while the Black population saw a growth of 8.98%. However, the Hispanic representation dropped by 27.94%. These changes reflect the evolving ethnic identity associated with this surname over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 79.24% | 76.81% | -3.07% |
| Black | 17.93% | 19.54% | 8.98% |
| Two or More Races | 0.88% | 1.69% | 92.05% |
| Hispanic | 1.36% | 0.98% | -27.94% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |