Explore the Family Name Silvan
The meaning of Silvan
Spanish and Italian (Veneto): variant of Silvano.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Silvan in the United States?
The surname Silvan has seen an increase in popularity over the years, according to data from the Decennial U.S. Census. In 2000, Silvan was ranked 64,008th in terms of popularity and by 2010, it had climbed up to 54,418th, marking a 14.98% increase. The count of individuals with this surname also rose from approximately 291 in 2000 to 379 in 2010, reflecting a significant 30.24% growth. Consequently, the proportion of people named Silvan per 100,000 people also increased by 18.18%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #64,008 | #54,418 | 14.98% |
| Count | 291 | 379 | 30.24% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.13 | 18.18% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Silvan
In regard to ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals shifts in the ethnic identity associated with the surname Silvan between 2000 and 2010. The percentage of individuals identifying as White decreased from 53.26% to 37.20%, while those identifying as Black declined from 19.93% to 16.62%. Interestingly, the percentage of Silvans identifying as Hispanic nearly doubled, jumping from 22.34% to 42.48%. However, those identifying with two or more races saw a slight decrease from 3.78% to 3.17%. There were no identifiable Silvans who identified as either Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in both census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 22.34% | 42.48% | 90.15% |
| White | 53.26% | 37.2% | -30.15% |
| Black | 19.93% | 16.62% | -16.61% |
| Two or More Races | 3.78% | 3.17% | -16.14% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |