Explore the Family Name Pagnotta
The meaning of Pagnotta
Italian (mainly Tuscany): from the feminine form of Pagnotto, which is either a diminutive of Compagno or Boncompagno (see Pagni), or in some instances from pagnotta ‘loaf’, used to denote a baker or pantryman. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Domenico, Pasquale, Carmel, Carmine, Caesar, Enrico, Filomena, Gaetano, Gasper, Gianni, Giovanni, Giuseppi.
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How common is the last name Pagnotta in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Pagnotta saw a slight shift in popularity between 2000 and 2010. The rank of the surname fell from 28584 in 2000 to 28883 in 2010, representing a decrease of 1.05%. However, the total count of individuals with the surname increased from 785 in 2000 to 823 in 2010, an increase of 4.84%. The proportion per 100k people slightly declined by 3.45%, moving from 0.29 in 2000 to 0.28 in 2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #28,584 | #28,883 | -1.05% |
| Count | 785 | 823 | 4.84% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.29 | 0.28 | -3.45% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Pagnotta
Regarding the ethnic identity of those bearing the surname Pagnotta, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that there was a minor shift between 2000 and 2010. The majority of individuals with this surname identify as White, with percentages of 96.56 in 2000 and 94.65 in 2010, showing a decrease of 1.98%. The Hispanic representation within this surname saw significant growth, increasing from 1.78 in 2000 to 3.52 in 2010 - a change of 97.75%. The proportion of individuals identifying as Black marginally decreased from 0.76 to 0.73 during this period. No significant changes were observed for Asian/Pacific Islander, Two or more races, and American Indian and Alaskan Native ethnic identities.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 96.56% | 94.65% | -1.98% |
| Hispanic | 1.78% | 3.52% | 97.75% |
| Black | 0.76% | 0.73% | -3.95% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0.61% | 0% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |