Explore the Family Name Penoyer
The meaning of Penoyer
Variant of Pennoyer.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Penoyer in the United States?
According to the Decennial U.S. Census, the surname Penoyer has seen a slight increase in prevalence between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Penoyer was ranked the 50,572nd most common name in the United States, with about 388 individuals bearing this name. By 2010, there were approximately 413 individuals with the surname, elevating its rank slightly to 50,564th. This represents a modest growth of 6.44% over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #50,572 | #50,564 | 0.02% |
| Count | 388 | 413 | 6.44% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.14 | 0.14 | 0% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Penoyer
In terms of ethnic identity, the census data reveals that the overwhelming majority of people named Penoyer identify as White. In both 2000 and 2010, over 97% of Penoyers identified as such. The data also indicate a small percentage of people with this surname identifying as Hispanic, although this group saw a decline from 1.55% in 2000 to 1.21% in 2010. There were no recorded instances of Penoyers identifying as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian/Alaskan Native during these years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.42% | 97.09% | -0.34% |
| Hispanic | 1.55% | 1.21% | -21.94% |
| 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% |