Explore the Family Name Vaal
The meaning of Vaal
Dutch (also De Vaal): from Dutch vaal ‘sallow’, a nickname for someone with a pale complexion.
Dictionary of American Family Names, 2nd edition, © Oxford University Press, 2022.
How common is the last name Vaal in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Vaal has seen a notable increase between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, Vaal was ranked as the 68,782nd most common surname, with 267 recorded instances. However, by 2010, it had risen in rank to the 64,200th position, with a count of 310, reflecting a significant 16.1% increase. The proportion per 100,000 individuals also saw a 10% growth over this period, moving from 0.1 to 0.11.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #68,782 | #64,200 | 6.66% |
| Count | 267 | 310 | 16.1% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.1 | 0.11 | 10% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Vaal
The ethnicity associated with the surname Vaal also evolved during this time period, according to the Decennial U.S. Census data. In 2000, the majority of those with the Vaal surname identified as White (89.89%), followed by Hispanic (4.87%) and Asian/Pacific Islander (4.12%). By 2010, while the majority still identified as White, this percentage had fallen to 83.55%. The most significant change was seen within the Hispanic category, which experienced a dramatic 178.23% increase to reach 13.55% of those with the Vaal surname, surpassing the Asian/Pacific Islander category, which decreased by 60.92%. There were no individuals identifying as Black or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 89.89% | 83.55% | -7.05% |
| Hispanic | 4.87% | 13.55% | 178.23% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 4.12% | 1.61% | -60.92% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |