Explore the Family Name Anagnostopoulos
The meaning of Anagnostopoulos
Greek: patronymic from the status name anagnōstēs ‘reader’ (see Anagnos). The surname has the ending -poulos (from Latin pullus ‘nestling, chick’), which occurs chiefly in the Peloponnese. Compare Agnew.
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How common is the last name Anagnostopoulos in the United States?
Based on the Decennial U.S. Census data, the popularity of the surname Anagnostopoulos has significantly increased over a decade. In 2000, the surname was ranked 61,207th in terms of prevalence with a count of 307. However, by 2010, it had jumped to the 53,419th position indicating a positive change of 12.72%. The proportion per 100k also rose from 0.11 in 2000 to 0.13 in 2010, reflecting an increase of 18.18%.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rank | #61,207 | #53,419 | 12.72% |
| Count | 307 | 387 | 26.06% |
| Proportion per 100k | 0.11 | 0.13 | 18.18% |
Race and Ethnicity of people with the last name Anagnostopoulos
Concerning the ethnic identity associated with the surname Anagnostopoulos, the Decennial U.S. Census data provides some intriguing insights. In both 2000 and 2010, the vast majority (93.80% and 93.81%, respectively) of individuals with this surname identified as White, showing virtually no change. However, there is a notable increase in those identifying as Hispanic, rising from 1.95% in 2000 to 4.13% in 2010 - an impressive 111.79% increase. In contrast, the percentage of those identifying with two or more races dropped from 4.23% in 2000 to nil in 2010. No individuals with the surname were reported as Asian/Pacific Islander, Black, or American Indian and Alaskan Native in either year.
| 2000 | 2010 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.81% | 93.8% | -0.01% |
| Hispanic | 1.95% | 4.13% | 111.79% |
| Asian/Pacific Islander | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Two or More Races | 4.23% | 0% | 0% |
| Black | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| American Indian and Alaskan Native | 0% | 0% | 0% |