Explore the Family Name Olaguez
The meaning of Olaguez
Hispanic (mainly Mexico): altered form (patronymic) of Basque Olague, formed with the Spanish patronymic suffix -ez.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Olaguez in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Olaguez has seen a growth in popularity from 2000 to 2010. In the year 2000, Olaguez ranked 57,849th on the list of most common surnames and jumped to 49,999th position in 2010. This leap represents a 13.57% increase in rank, bringing the count from 329 to 419 individuals with the surname. The proportion per 100,000 people also increased by 16.67%, rising from 0.12 to 0.14.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #57,849 | #49,999 | 13.57% |
| Count | 329 | 419 | 27.36% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.12 | 0.14 | 16.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Olaguez
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data shows that the majority of people with the surname Olaguez identify as Hispanic. In 2000, 98.18% of those with the surname identified as Hispanic, decreasing slightly to 96.66% in 2010. There was a small percentage (2.15%) who identified as White in 2010, which wasn't present in the 2000 census data. The percent of American Indian and Alaskan Native also appeared in 2010 with 1.19%. No individuals with the surname Olaguez identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or as belonging to two or more races during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 98.18% | 96.66% | -1.55% |
| White | 0% | 2.15% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 1.19% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |