Awareness of 'Latinx' Grows Among U.S. Latinos, 'Latine' Gains Traction

Despite increased familiarity, most U.S. Latinos prefer traditional terms like 'Hispanic' and 'Latino' over newer gender-neutral alternatives.

A Pew Research Center study shows 47% of U.S. Latinos are aware of the term 'Latinx', but only 4% use it to describe themselves.
'Latine', a new gender-neutral term, is gaining popularity among Spanish speakers, though only 18% of U.S. Hispanics have heard of it.
75% of U.S. Latinos believe neither 'Latinx' nor 'Latine' should be used to describe their population, favoring 'Hispanic' and 'Latino'.
The term 'Latinx' is seen by some as corporate and politically correct, while 'Latine' is considered more linguistically appropriate for Spanish speakers.
Experts and community leaders emphasize the importance of respecting individual preferences amid ongoing debates over identity terms.