Explore the Family Name Olaes
The meaning of Olaes
Hispanic (mainly Philippines, also Mexico): possibly an altered form of Basque Olaiz.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Olaes in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Olaes has seen a significant increase in the United States between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it ranked 47,575th, but by 2010 it had risen to 42,455th, showing a 10.76% change in rank. The count of individuals with this surname also grew from 419 to 511 during this period, indicating an increase of nearly 22%. The proportion of people with the Olaes surname per 100,000 residents also saw a slight rise from 0.16 to 0.17.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,575 | #42,455 | 10.76% |
| Count | 419 | 511 | 21.96% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.16 | 0.17 | 6.25% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Olaes
The Decennial U.S. Census data also reveals insights into the ethnic identity associated with the surname Olaes. In both 2000 and 2010, a considerable majority of those with this surname identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, although the percentage dropped a bit from 84.73% to 77.89%. The percentage of people with Olaes surname identifying with two or more races saw a substantial increase from 4.53% to 7.05%. Similarly, there was a notable rise in the percentages of those identifying as White (from 6.44% to 7.44%) and Hispanic (from 4.30% to 7.24%). However, no individuals with the Olaes surname identified as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 84.73% | 77.89% | -8.07% |
| White | 6.44% | 7.44% | 15.53% |
| Hispanic | 4.3% | 7.24% | 68.37% |
| Two or More Races | 4.53% | 7.05% | 55.63% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |