Explore the Family Name Nissim
The meaning of Nissim
Jewish (Sephardic): from the Hebrew male personal name Nissim, meaning ‘miracles’. Some characteristic forenames: Jewish Itzhak, Igal, Meir, Moshe, Nissim, Pinhas, Sasson, Yosi. French Marcel, Alphonse.
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How common is the last name Nissim in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Nissim has seen a slight decline in popularity over the decade from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 61,855th most popular surname and slightly dipped to the 62,531st position in 2010, marking a decrease of 1.09%. However, the number of individuals carrying this last name increased from 303 people in 2000 to 320 people in 2010, reflecting a growth rate of 5.61%. The proportion per 100,000 remained stable at 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,855 | #62,531 | -1.09% |
| Count | 303 | 320 | 5.61% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.11 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Nissim
The Decennial U.S. Census data also reveals changes in the ethnic identity of individuals with the Nissim surname between 2000 and 2010. The majority of individuals identified as White, although there was a slight decrease of 2.73% over the decade, moving from 97.03% to 94.38%. There was an increase in those identifying as Hispanic, going up by 32.73%, from 1.65% to 2.19%. Interestingly, there were no individuals identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or belonging to two or more races in 2000, but by 2010 these categories each accounted for 1.56% of individuals. No individuals identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native during either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.03% | 94.38% | -2.73% |
| Hispanic | 1.65% | 2.19% | 32.73% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 1.56% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 1.56% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |