Explore the Family Name Valenciana
The meaning of Valenciana
Hispanic (mainly Mexico): altered form of Spanish Valenciano, or a habitational name from a place called Valenciana in Málaga, Spain.
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How common is the last name Valenciana in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname "Valenciana" has significantly increased between 2000 and 2010. In 2000, it was ranked 55,732nd, while by 2010, it had risen to the 43,885th position, reflecting a change of 21.26 percent. The count of people with this surname also saw a sizable increase from 344 in 2000 to 491 in 2010, a growth of 42.73 percent. Furthermore, its proportion per 100k population grew by 30.77 percent over the decade.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #55,732 | #43,885 | 21.26% |
| Count | 344 | 491 | 42.73% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.13 | 0.17 | 30.77% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Valenciana
The ethnicity breakdown for the surname "Valenciana", according to the Decennial U.S. Census data, is predominantly Hispanic. In both 2000 and 2010, almost all bearers of the surname identified as Hispanic, with proportions of 97.09 percent and 96.74 percent respectively. A slight reduction of -0.36 percent was noted in this time frame. A small percentage identified as White, with the proportion increasing from 2.33 percent in 2000 to 2.65 percent in 2010, marking a 13.73 percent growth. There were no individuals who identified as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native during these census years.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hispanic | 97.09% | 96.74% | -0.36% |
| White | 2.33% | 2.65% | 13.73% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |