Explore the Family Name Preas
The meaning of Preas
Americanized form of German Pries.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Preas in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the surname Preas has seen a rise in popularity over the past decade. In 2000, it was ranked 47,735th most common name in the United States, but by 2010, it had climbed to 45,026th place. This represents a change of 5.68%. The number of people bearing this surname also increased from 417 to 476 during the same period, marking an increase rate of 14.15%. The proportion of individuals with the surname Preas per 100k also rose slightly from 0.15 to 0.16.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #47,735 | #45,026 | 5.68% |
| Count | 417 | 476 | 14.15% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.16 | 6.67% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Preas
The Decennial U.S. Census data also provides insight into the ethnic identity linked to the surname Preas. As of 2010, 86.55% of those with the surname identified as White, up 1.96% from 2000. The percentage identifying as Hispanic saw a slight increase, moving from 4.32% in 2000 to 4.62% in 2010. However, the percentage who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander decreased significantly from 7.19% in 2000 to 3.99% in 2010. There was a new category of individuals who identified with two or more races at 3.57%, which did not exist in 2000. Meanwhile, those who identified as Black dropped to 0% in 2010 from 1.92% in 2000. No individuals identified as American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.89% | 86.55% | 1.96% |
| Hispanic | 4.32% | 4.62% | 6.94% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 7.19% | 3.99% | -44.51% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 3.57% | 0% |
| Black | 1.92% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |