Explore the Family Name Peixoto
The meaning of Peixoto
Portuguese and Galician: from peixoto, a diminutive of peixe ‘fish’ (from Latin piscis); a metonymic occupational name for a fisherman or fish seller, or perhaps a nickname for someone thought to resemble a fish in some way. Some characteristic forenames: Spanish Jose, Manuel, Carlos, Julio, Mario, Pedro, Ricardo, Alvaro, Ana, Arnaldo, Elida, Enrique. Portuguese Joao, Joaquim, Paulo.
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How common is the last name Peixoto in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Peixoto has seen a surge in its popularity over the years. In 2000, the name was ranked 33,333 but jumped to 28,437 by 2010, which indicates a change of 14.69 percent. The count of people with this surname also rose from 646 in 2000 to 839 in 2010, marking an increase of 29.88 percent. The proportion of individuals with this surname per 100k people also saw an increment from 0.24 in 2000 to 0.28 in 2010, signifying a change of 16.67 percent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #33,333 | #28,437 | 14.69% |
| Count | 646 | 839 | 29.88% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.24 | 0.28 | 16.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Peixoto
Regarding the ethnicity associated with the surname Peixoto, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals interesting shifts between 2000 and 2010. The percentage of those who identify as White increased from 84.98 to 90.82, while Hispanic representation also grew from 5.73 to 7.03. On the other hand, the percentage of those with Asian/Pacific Islander identity dropped from 0.77 to 0, and those identifying with two or more races decreased significantly from 8.36 to 0.60. Meanwhile, the Black community witnessed an emergence within this surname group, going from 0 to 1.07 percent. However, there were still no individuals identifying as American Indian and Alaskan Native in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.98% | 90.82% | 6.87% |
| Hispanic | 5.73% | 7.03% | 22.69% |
| Black | 0% | 1.07% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 8.36% | 0.6% | -92.82% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.77% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |