Explore the Family Name Uno
The meaning of Uno
Japanese: written 宇野 ‘roof’ (implying the heavenly roof) and ‘field’. It is found in western Japan and descended through several branches of the Minamoto clan. Some characteristic forenames: Japanese Hideo, Shigeko, Takao, Takeshi, Hidehiko, Hiroshi, Junichi, Kaoru, Katsutoshi, Kazuhiko, Keiko, Kiku.
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How common is the last name Uno in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Uno has seen a slight increase from 2000 to 2010. In 2000, Uno ranked as the 44,027th most popular surname, while in 2010, it climbed to the rank of 41,799th, marking a 5.06% change. The total count of individuals with the Uno last name also grew during this period. In 2000, 461 people had Uno as their surname, but by 2010, this number rose to 520, a growth rate of 12.8%. As for the proportion per 100,000 people, there was a slight rise from 0.17 in 2000 to 0.18 in 2010, indicating an increase of 5.88%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #44,027 | #41,799 | 5.06% |
| Count | 461 | 520 | 12.8% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.17 | 0.18 | 5.88% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Uno
In terms of ethnic identity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals some shifts between 2000 and 2010. Most Uno individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander in both years, though the percentage dropped from 80.26% in 2000 to 71.15% in 2010. Those identifying as two or more races saw a significant increase, rising from 6.72% in 2000 to 10% in 2010, a change of 48.81%. Individuals who identified as White comprised 9.11% in 2000 and increased to 10.77% in 2010. The Hispanic representation also grew significantly, from 2.39% in 2000 to 5.38% in 2010, marking a 125.10% change. Finally, those identifying as Black were not represented in 2000 but made up 2.69% of the population by 2010. The American Indian and Alaskan Native category remained at 0% in both years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 80.26% | 71.15% | -11.35% |
| White | 9.11% | 10.77% | 18.22% |
| Two or More Races | 6.72% | 10% | 48.81% |
| Hispanic | 2.39% | 5.38% | 125.1% |
| Black | 0% | 2.69% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |