Explore the Family Name Osoria
The meaning of Osoria
Spanish: from the personal name Osoria, feminine form of Osorio. This surname is most common in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, and Cuba. Compare Ozoria.
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How common is the last name Osoria in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Osoria has been growing in popularity in the United States. In 2000, it ranked 30,645 in terms of frequency, but by 2010, it had climbed to 24,855—an increase of almost 19%. The count, or number of people with this last name, also jumped from 718 to 1,001, a growth rate of approximately 39%. Thus, per 100,000 people in the U.S., the proportion of individuals named Osoria grew by around 26% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #30,645 | #24,855 | 18.89% |
| Count | 718 | 1,001 | 39.42% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.27 | 0.34 | 25.93% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Osoria
In regards to ethnicity, the data from the Decennial U.S. Census shows a slight shift in the ethnic identity associated with the surname Osoria between 2000 and 2010. The vast majority of people with this surname identified as Hispanic, although there was a small decrease of roughly 2.5% over the decade. Meanwhile, the percentage identifying as White doubled from 1.95% to 3.9%. Notably, in 2010, 0.9% of those with the surname Osoria identified as Black, whereas no individuals with this surname identified as such in 2000. There were no changes for those identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 97.35% | 94.91% | -2.51% |
| White | 1.95% | 3.9% | 100% |
| Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |