Last names or surnames offer information on ancestry, occupation, geography, and even social standing. In several countries, certain surnames have gained such a majority that they are representative ...

Indeed, U.S. Census data found that 162,253 surnames were reported at least 100 times—and only 11 were reported more than one million times. So what are the most common last names in America?

An analysis of nationwide phone book listings has revealed the most common last name in each US state, offering a new look at regional differences in family history. Last names often carry the ...

This tradition means that surnames are often grouped in certain continents, countries and even areas. States like Arizona, California, New Mexico and Texas have many Hispanic names, such as Garcia ...