what is hispanic

Hispanic is a term used to refer to people with a background in Spanish-speaking countries, particularly those in the Americas. It is an ethnicity and not a race, and it encompasses a diverse group of people with origins in Latin America and Spain. The U.S. Census Bureau defines Hispanic or Latino as a person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race. This definition includes people of any race, ancestry, or ethnicity. The term "Latino" is typically used to identify people of Latin American descent. The Hispanic population in the United States is diverse, with the largest origin groups being Mexicans, Puerto Ricans, Salvadorans, Dominicans, and Cubans. The population of Hispanics in the United States is significant, with more than 56 million people, making it the largest racial or ethnic group in the country. It is estimated that by 2065, the Latino population in the United States will grow to 107 million people.