Explore the Family Name Mungia
The meaning of Mungia
Basque: habitational name from Mungia in Biscay, Basque Country (Spain). Compare Munguia. Some characteristic forenames: Spanish Jose, Pedro, Juan, Lupe, Manuel, Sergio, Adan, Adelina, Adolfo, Alejandro, Alfonso, Amalia.
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How common is the last name Mungia in the United States?
Based on data from the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Mungia has seen a growth in popularity over the last decade. In 2000, Mungia ranked at 16,829 in terms of prevalence, but by 2010, it had climbed to rank 15,340 - an increase of 8.85%. The total count of people with this surname also rose during this period, from 1,561 individuals in 2000 to 1,912 in 2010, representing a significant change of 22.49%. This increased the proportion of people named Mungia per 100,000 U.S. residents from 0.58 to 0.65, marking a 12.07% rise.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #16,829 | #15,340 | 8.85% |
| Count | 1,561 | 1,912 | 22.49% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.58 | 0.65 | 12.07% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Mungia
When examining the ethnic identity associated with the surname Mungia, the census data reveals substantial shifts between 2000 and 2010. The largest group identifying with this surname remained individuals of Hispanic ethnicity, despite a slight decrease from 80.97% to 80.81%. Meanwhile, the representation of White individuals increased by 13.78%, moving from 6.53% to 7.43%. Similarly, Asian/Pacific Islander and those indicating two or more races saw small increases of 3.13% and 4.44%, respectively. Notably, there was a significant surge in American Indian and Alaskan Native representation, which leapt from 0.32% to 0.89%, a whopping 178.13% change. Conversely, the Black population under the Mungia banner decreased by 12.55%, down from 10.76% to 9.41%. This information is based on the Decennial U.S. Census data.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 80.97% | 80.81% | -0.2% |
| Black | 10.76% | 9.41% | -12.55% |
| White | 6.53% | 7.43% | 13.78% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.96% | 0.99% | 3.13% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0.32% | 0.89% | 178.13% |
| Two or More Races | 0.45% | 0.47% | 4.44% |