Explore the Family Name Pontes
The meaning of Pontes
Portuguese and Galician: habitational name from any of numerous places in Portugal named Pontes, from the plural of ponte ‘bridge’. Some characteristic forenames: Spanish Manuel, Jose, Alvaro, Ana, Jorge, Alberto, Amancio, Anselmo, Avelino, Belmira, Carlos, Luis. Portuguese Joao, Serafim.
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How common is the last name Pontes in the United States?
The surname 'Pontes' has seen a growth in popularity from the year 2000 to 2010, according to data derived from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, it was ranked as the 23,815th most common surname, while by 2010, it had risen to the 22,733rd position, representing a 4.54% increase in rank. The total count of individuals bearing the 'Pontes' surname also experienced growth during this decade, increasing from 991 in 2000 to 1,127 in 2010, marking a 13.72% rise. The proportion of people with this surname per 100,000 also saw a slight increase from 0.37 to 0.38.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #23,815 | #22,733 | 4.54% |
| Count | 991 | 1,127 | 13.72% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.37 | 0.38 | 2.7% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Pontes
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that there has been a shift in the ethnicity of individuals with the surname 'Pontes' between 2000 and 2010. In both years, the majority identified as White, with 80.22% in 2000 and a slight increase to 80.92% in 2010. The Hispanic representation also increased from 5.75% to 6.39%. There was a significant rise in those identifying as Black, from 2.32% in 2000 to 6.30% in 2010. However, the percentage of those identifying with two or more races dropped noticeably from 9.79% to 4.35% over the decade. No individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 80.22% | 80.92% | 0.87% |
| Hispanic | 5.75% | 6.39% | 11.13% |
| Black | 2.32% | 6.3% | 171.55% |
| Two or More Races | 9.79% | 4.35% | -55.57% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |