Explore the Family Name Prevette
The meaning of Prevette
English: altered form of Privett.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Prevette in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Prevette has seen a significant decrease between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Prevette was the 23,283rd most popular surname with 1,021 individuals bearing it, equating to a proportion of 0.38 per 100,000 people. However, by 2010, the rank had dropped to 29,041, with only 817 individuals having this surname. This represents a reduction in prevalence of nearly 20%, decreasing the proportion to just 0.28 per 100,000 people.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #23,283 | #29,041 | -24.73% |
| Count | 1,021 | 817 | -19.98% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.38 | 0.28 | -26.32% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Prevette
The ethnic identity associated with the surname Prevette also saw some changes during this period, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, the majority of those with the Prevette surname identified as White, at 97.26%. By 2010, while White remained the predominant ethnicity at 96.70%, there was a slight decrease. During the same period, there was an increase in the number of individuals identifying as two or more races, rising from 0.78% to 1.35%. The percentage of Prevettes identifying as Hispanic also doubled, albeit from a small base, going from 0.49% to 0.98%. Notably, no individuals with the surname Prevette identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 97.26% | 96.7% | -0.58% |
| Two or More Races | 0.78% | 1.35% | 73.08% |
| Hispanic | 0.49% | 0.98% | 100% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0.59% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |