Explore the Family Name Palao
The meaning of Palao
Spanish and Catalan (mainly Murcia and Alicante): Castilianized form of Catalan Palau. This surname is also common in the Philippines.
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How common is the last name Palao in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Palao has seen a rise in popularity between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Palao was ranked 71,610th in popularity and by 2010 it had climbed to 63,068th, an increase of almost 12%. The number of individuals with the surname Palao also increased during this period, from 254 to 317, marking a growth of nearly 25%. The proportion per 100,000 also saw an upward trend from 0.09 to 0.11, indicating a 22.22% change.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #71,610 | #63,068 | 11.93% |
| Count | 254 | 317 | 24.8% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.09 | 0.11 | 22.22% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Palao
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the majority of the individuals with the surname Palao identified as Hispanic in both 2000 and 2010, with an increase from 53.94% to 59.94%. There was a slight decrease in the Asian/Pacific Islander category from 27.17% to 26.18%, and also a notable decrease in those identifying as Black, from 5.91% to 3.15%. The percentage of individuals identifying as White also declined from 11.02% to 8.83%. Those identifying as two or more races remained relatively stable, experiencing a minor drop from 1.97% to 1.89%. There were no individuals who identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native in either census year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 53.94% | 59.94% | 11.12% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 27.17% | 26.18% | -3.64% |
| White | 11.02% | 8.83% | -19.87% |
| Black | 5.91% | 3.15% | -46.7% |
| Two or More Races | 1.97% | 1.89% | -4.06% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |