Explore the Family Name Passafiume
The meaning of Passafiume
Italian (Sicily): nickname for a ferryman, from passa fiume ‘(one who) crosses the river’. Some characteristic forenames: Italian Salvatore, Angelo, Federico, Gino, Pietro, Sal, Vincenzo.
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How common is the last name Passafiume in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Passafiume has experienced a slight decline in recent years. In 2000, it was ranked 41,448 and by 2010 it had dropped to 43,584, indicating a 5.15% decrease in rank. However, the number of individuals with this surname remained steady at 495 from 2000 to 2010. The proportion of individuals with the surname Passafiume per 100,000 people also fell slightly from 0.18 in 2000 to 0.17 in 2010, reflecting a 5.56% decrease.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #41,448 | #43,584 | -5.15% |
| Count | 495 | 495 | 0% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.18 | 0.17 | -5.56% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Passafiume
In terms of ethnicity, the majority of individuals with the surname Passafiume identified as White, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, 97.98% identified as White, decreasing slightly to 96.97% in 2010. The Hispanic representation within this surname group saw a significant increase, rising from 1.01% in 2000 to 2.42% in 2010, marking a 139.6% change. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.98% | 96.97% | -1.03% |
| Hispanic | 1.01% | 2.42% | 139.6% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |