Explore the Family Name Vaillant
The meaning of Vaillant
French: nickname for a courageous or robust person, from Old French vaillant ‘sturdy, brave’. This surname is also found in Britain (compare Valiant) and the Netherlands. Some characteristic forenames: French Pierre, Alphonse, Ambroise, Andre, Normand, Philias, Philippe.
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How common is the last name Vaillant in the United States?
The surname Vaillant, based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, has seen a rise in its popularity from 2000 to 2010. Previously ranking at 48,567 in year 2000, it climbed up to rank 42,163 by the year 2010, showcasing an increase of 13.19 percent. The number of individuals bearing the Vaillant surname also witnessed growth, escalating from 408 in 2000 to 515 in 2010, a notable increase of 26.23 percent. This upward trend was also reflected in the proportion per 100,000 people which rose by 13.33 percent.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #48,567 | #42,163 | 13.19% |
| Count | 408 | 515 | 26.23% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.15 | 0.17 | 13.33% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Vaillant
In terms of ethnicity, the Decennial U.S. Census data reveals that the distribution among people with the Vaillant surname underwent some changes between 2000 and 2010. The percentage identifying as White decreased from 69.61 percent to 58.25 percent, while those identifying as Hispanic increased from 21.32 percent to 26.41 percent. The most significant change was observed within the Black community, wherein the representation swelled from 5.88 percent to 13.59 percent, marking a substantial shift of 131.12 percent. The representation of two or more races reduced by almost half, decreasing from 2.94 percent to 1.55 percent. There were no individuals identified as Asian/Pacific Islander or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 69.61% | 58.25% | -16.32% |
| Hispanic | 21.32% | 26.41% | 23.87% |
| Black | 5.88% | 13.59% | 131.12% |
| Two or More Races | 2.94% | 1.55% | -47.28% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |